This year’s Startup Battlefield cohort has been revealed! 200 companies, across
200 startups convene at one event with $100,000 on the line. The Startup Battlefield 200 is set for Disrupt 2026, and you can check out the full list of nominees here 👇
200 startups are selected. All 200 exhibit at Disrupt. 20 pitch on the Main Stage. 5 make the final round. 1 wins $100K equity-free. It's time for you to join the field and enter
Meet the Startup Battlefield 200 judges who’ll decide the winner at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
Meet the final five Startup Battlefield judges who'll decide who wins the pitch competition at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. Get your pass now to save up to $100, and get a second at
Meet the five companies competing in the Startup Battlefield finals at Disrupt 2026
The next breakout startup won’t announce itself quietly. Apply to Startup Battlefield before your chance to present in front of thousands passes May 27: spr.ly/63322BB1u5j
Startup Battlefield 200 applications close on May 27. Apply for your shot at VC access, global visibility, TechCrunch coverage, $100K equity-free, and more.
The 2026 Startup Battlefield Top 20: From organs to orbit and everything in between
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