"Where breakout companies are forged You'll compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding, earn global exposure on the main stage at Disrupt in San Francisco, and get raw, unfiltered feedback from the investors who shape the future of tech. In addition, you'll join an elite cohort of founders preparing to take on the biggest startup stage in the world. Startup Battlefield alumni include Trello, Mint, Dropbox, Discord, and Fitbit - more than 1,500 startups that once stood exactly where you are now: early, hungry, and ready to prove it."
"Competition is fierce. Enter early. Thousands of startups applied last 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. Startup Battlefield 200 perks Free exhibit table for all three days of Disrupt 4 complimentary Disrupt passes Startup branding and listing in the Disrupt event app Press list access and lead generation opportunities Access to exclusive founder masterclasses The chance to pitch live on the Disrupt Stage Direct feedback from top-tier, world-famous VCs A shot at $100,000 equity-free funding"
Pre-Series A founders are invited to nominate startups for TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200 and compete at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Selected startups compete for $100,000 equity-free funding, global exposure on the Disrupt main stage in San Francisco, direct VC feedback, and membership in an elite founder cohort. Perks include a free exhibit table for all three days, four complimentary Disrupt passes, branding in the event app, press list access, lead generation opportunities, exclusive masterclasses, and a live pitch opportunity. Eligibility targets bold early-stage founders with an MVP who are bootstrapped, pre-seed, or seed-funded; capital-intensive Series A startups may also qualify. Thousands applied last year, competition is fierce, and early nominations provide a strategic edge; nominations close on June.
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