TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will occur on October 27-29 at Moscone West in San Francisco. This day-long, annual tech conference will focus attention on some of the most powerful people in the technology industry. First-time attendees can expect thoughtful and fun discussions about the future of technology, innovation, startups and more. Leaders from Netflix, Microsoft and Solana go behind-the-scenes on this year’s event. They’ll dive into key topics such as AI, decentralized computing, and the future of consumer tech.
The conference aims to bring together entrepreneurs, investors, and technology enthusiasts to explore the latest trends and ideas shaping the tech world. Attendees will have the opportunity to interact with our keynote speakers. Beyond that, they’ll be engaged in conversations about the challenges ahead and the opportunities that await.
Keynote Speakers Bring Industry Insights
Notable speakers TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 so far Colm Smyth, CEO of ONE Motors Elizabeth Stone, Chief Technology Officer of Netflix Stone will discuss how the streaming giant is adapting to rapid advancements in AI, exploring new content formats, and navigating an increasingly competitive landscape. We’re counting on her insights to illuminate the ways Netflix is pushing the envelope and what they’re doing to stay ahead of the game.
Astro Teller, who as Captain of Moonshots at X (the Alphabet company formerly known as Google X) will join that stage as well. Teller’s goal is to demystify Alphabet’s ambitious bets on AI and other radical innovations. His presentation will provide an experience that exposes us to what tomorrow’s technology might bring. Most importantly, it will showcase how technology is addressing some of the world’s most daunting challenges.
Kevin Scott, CTO of Microsoft, will help us make sense of the ongoing AI revolution. Join Dominik as he deep dives into all the exciting new innovations in developer tools and frontier models that are changing the way businesses work. Scott’s expertise in AI will provide unique insights into how organizations of all kinds can use these technologies to drive growth, increase efficiency, and more.
Emerging Trends and Future of Technology
Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of Solana, will discuss where decentralized computing is headed. Blockchain technology is a wave that’s crashing down quickly. Yakovenko’s perspective on its potential ramifications across industries will be key to understanding its full potential impact.
Elad Gil, investor, operator, policy wonk extraordinaire and broadly thoughtful person, will share his perspective about the intersection of AI, capital and innovation. His track record in helping startups navigate successful funding rounds gives him expertise on what emerging technologies are going to pull in investment dollars.
Roy Lee, founder of Cluely, AI is changing the ways we create and what pop culture looks like. His observations on the shifting meaning of “real” ring even truer in our current media era. As society continues to reckon with deepfakes and AI-generated content, we need to define and articulate authenticity in the digital landscape.
Tristan Thompson, a former NBA champion turned AI founder, is expected to share his experiences merging sports analytics with automation technology. His unusual background provides a new angle on ways that AI can improve the quality of an athlete’s performance and the experience of a team’s fans.
Sophia Kianni and Phoebe Gates, founders of Phia, will tackle a critical topic: redefining Gen Z shopping experiences through consumer AI. Their conversation should lead to new ideas in reaching younger consumers in a highly competitive and ever evolving market.
Startup Battlefield and New Innovations
The Startup Battlefield 200 will be one of the biggest features of TechCrunch Disrupt 2025. This year’s competition is the largest yet, with 200 startups competing for a $100,000 grand prize. Final round judges include some of the leading venture capitalists in the industry, including Aileen Lee, Kirsten Green, Kevin Hartz, and Kevin Rose. Their richly varied experiences as both investors and entrepreneurs will give us a fresh perspective on what every successful startup needs.
Attendees will have the chance to see the world-first debut of Slate Auto’s new electric truck. This exciting new launch is a true testament to the event’s continued dedication to pioneering innovations in technology and sustainability.
San Francisco Mayor Daniel Lurie is one of many exciting speakers lined up for the event, so stay tuned! He’s going to push startups to spend more time and money establishing their HQs in San Francisco. He’ll showcase the city’s dynamic innovation ecosystem.
