{"id":243086,"date":"2026-05-29T14:15:00","date_gmt":"2026-05-29T14:15:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/29\/today-is-the-last-day-to-apply-to-speak-at-disrupt-2026-techcrunch\/"},"modified":"2026-05-29T14:15:00","modified_gmt":"2026-05-29T14:15:00","slug":"today-is-the-last-day-to-apply-to-speak-at-disrupt-2026-techcrunch","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/entertainment.runfyers.com\/index.php\/2026\/05\/29\/today-is-the-last-day-to-apply-to-speak-at-disrupt-2026-techcrunch\/","title":{"rendered":"Today is the last\u00a0day to apply to speak at Disrupt 2026 | TechCrunch"},"content":{"rendered":"


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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0returns October 13\u201315 to Moscone West in San Francisco \u2014 and applications to speak are open for just a few more hours.<\/p>\n

We\u2019re\u00a0inviting founders, investors, operators, and technology experts to apply for a chance to take the stage at one of the most influential tech events of the year.<\/p>\n

More than 10,000\u00a0startup\u00a0and VC leaders will gather at Disrupt 2026 to explore\u00a0what\u2019s\u00a0next in AI, scaling, fintech, infrastructure, robotics, and the future of innovation.<\/p>\n

Applications close tonight at 11:59 p.m. PT.\u00a0Apply now<\/strong><\/a>\u00a0to share your\u00a0expertise\u00a0and help shape the conversations defining the tech industry.<\/p>\n

Pick your session format<\/h2>\n

We\u2019re\u00a0looking for high-impact speakers to lead one of two session types:<\/p>\n

Breakout Sessions<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 A 30-minute talk (up to 4 speakers, including a moderator) with a 20-minute\u00a0audience\u00a0Q&A. Capacity: 100 attendees.<\/p>\n

Roundtables<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 A 30-minute speaker-led group discussion, designed for up to 40 participants. No slides or AV \u2014 just insight and conversation.<\/p>\n

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How the application process works<\/h2>\n

Each application will be carefully reviewed by our editorial team. Finalists will be selected for the Audience Choice vote \u2014 where TechCrunch readers choose which sessions make it to the Disrupt stage. Learn more about speaking on\u00a0Disrupt\u2019s Call for Content page<\/strong><\/a>.<\/p>\n

Lead the conversation at Disrupt 2026<\/h2>\n

If you have actionable insights, real-world experience, and a desire to contribute meaningfully to the tech ecosystem \u2014 we want to hear from you.\u00a0Submit your application before today\u2019s deadline.<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n

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