Early-stage founders, this is your moment!
Are you ready to put your startup to the test on the ultimate global stage? The Startup Battlefield is calling. Nominations for TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200, the world’s most iconic startup pitch competition, are officially open.
Step onto the main stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and go head-to-head in front of world-class VC judges and the entire TechCrunch audience. This is where breakout companies are forged. Compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding, earn global exposure, and get real, unfiltered feedback from the investors who shape the future of tech.
Startup Battlefield alumni include Trello, Mint, Dropbox, Discord, and Fitbit — over 1,700 startups that once stood exactly where you are now.
The next breakout doesn’t happen by accident. Nominate now.
Competition is fierce — enter early
Thousands of startups apply each year, and this year’s field will be even more competitive. TechCrunch reviews every nomination, but founders who enter early give themselves a strategic edge. If you’re serious about winning, don’t wait to join the fight.
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Startup Battlefield 200 perks
Free exhibit table for all three days of Disrupt
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