Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200 is a pitch competition at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 offering a $100,000 equity-free prize. It provides a global stage for early-stage startups to pitch to investors and media, with opportunities for exposure and networking. The program includes a showcase on the Disrupt stage and access to masterclasses and networking events.

Prize of $100,000 equity-free; free exhibit table for three days; four complimentary tickets; branding/listing in the event app; two-minute pitch on the Showcase Stage; invites to exclusive networking events; press list access; lead generation; access to masterclass sessions.

Startup Battlefield is for early-stage startups with an MVP and a game-changing vision; bootstrapped, pre-seed, or seed-funded teams are welcome, with select Series A eligibility for capital-intensive industries.

Apply via the form linked on the official page (Click here to apply).