"San Francisco is getting a symbolic jolt very soon as newly elected Mayor Daniel Lurie steps onto the Disrupt stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, October 27-29 at Moscone West, in a homecoming of sorts for both tech and the city that helped define it. Disrupt has long been a launchpad for founders and investors chasing the next wave. Lurie's visit signals a renewed effort to weave innovation back into San Francisco's future. Register now to save up to $444 on your pass, and get 60% off a +1 ticket."
"Lurie, who campaigned on revitalizing the city's economy and restoring its global standing, isn't just glad-handing; his presence underscores an overdue détente between City Hall and the startup community, which is currently experiencing an AI-driven renaissance even as the city grapples with pandemic aftershocks. Empty downtown offices and escalating skepticism about tech's impact have strained the relationship, but the AI boom has brought renewed energy - and investment - back to the city."
"For TechCrunch, hosting the mayor isn't mere pageantry. It marks an important moment as Disrupt continues to be one of the few gatherings where 10,000+ builders at all stages, heavyweight VCs, and now, civic leadership converge under one roof. If Lurie wants a blueprint for the city's rebound, he'll find it in these halls: scrappy founders, hungry investors, and the enduring belief that San Francisco's best inventions haven't been built yet."
Daniel Lurie will step onto the Disrupt stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, October 27-29 at Moscone West. His presence signals a renewed effort to weave innovation back into San Francisco's economy and restore its global standing. The visit underscores an overdue détente between City Hall and the startup community amid an AI-driven renaissance and lingering pandemic aftershocks. Empty downtown offices and skepticism about tech have strained relations, but AI investment is bringing renewed energy. Disrupt gathers over 10,000 builders, heavyweight VCs, and civic leadership, offering a practical blueprint for the city's rebound through founders and investors.
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