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The 6 stages at Disrupt 2026 — built for today’s tougher startup market
From October 13-15, TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will feature 200+ sessions across six stages, led by 250+ tech leaders shaping the industry today. Register here.

TL;DR
- TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will feature six stages addressing current startup market challenges.
- The event aims to help founders and investors make faster, more informed decisions.
- Stages include: Disrupt Stage (market shifts), Builders Stage (operational realities), Smart Money Stage (fintech), Smart Systems Stage (AI infrastructure), AI in the Real World Stage (AI reliability), and AI Stage (AI rewriting software).
- Sessions will cover AI-native competition, fundraising, infrastructure bottlenecks, venture dynamics, and enterprise adoption.
- Early Bird rates offer savings of up to $410, plus 50% off a second ticket.