Thank you to our Disrupt 2025 sponsors

TechCrunch disabled 2025 It wouldn’t be what it is without the amazing companies supporting innovation behind the scenes. From key partners to emerging collaborators, our sponsors help make Disrupt the ultimate destination for founders, investors, and visionaries shaping the future of technology. Their insights, technology, and support bring every stage, session, and startup moment to life – turning bold ideas into real-world impact.

Highlight sessions you won’t want to miss

Our sponsors are shaping the future of industries – and you can watch them live at Disrupt:

Tuesday 28 October

Artificial intelligence stage

Artificial intelligence does not fail. You’re just solving the wrong problems

2:35 pm – 2:55 pm
Submitted by SymphonyAI

Headlines say AI pilots are stalling, but world leaders are already starting to scale AI into production. From manufacturing to payments to retail, they’ve proven that success comes from focus: solving complex, domain-specific problems. This discussion goes beyond the hype to reveal what breaks down when AI meets business reality — and how companies are working to fix it. Expect real-world insights into deployment barriers, the human impact of automation, and why deep expertise leads to measurable results.

Wednesday 29 October

Construction phase

Stablecoins, Startups, and Salaries: The New Rules of the Game for Global Employment

10:40 AM – 11:00 AM
Submitted by: pebble

As startups expand globally, their biggest challenge is not finding talent, but paying them money. Legacy payroll and banking systems can’t keep up with a distributed, digital-first workforce. Rising visa costs and a shift in US policies are accelerating the transition to global hiring. Now, fintech innovation is redefining payroll with digital wallets, stablecoins, and cryptocurrency bars, making payments faster, cheaper, and borderless. This session delves into why payroll is the next frontier for financial infrastructure, where compliance meets innovation and startups turn global teams into a competitive advantage.

Communication is at the heart of Disrupt, and our sponsors make those unforgettable moments possible:

• Lunch reception
  “Future forward your business”
  Submitted by Sub
• Cocktail Reception for Women of Technology (Crunch).
  “Unlocking Success: Building Networks, Champions, and a Growth Mindset”
  Submitted by JP Morgan

Startup Battlefield, powered by MongoDB

Many thanks to our Startup Battlefield sponsor, MongoDB, for helping us support cutting-edge ideas and bold founders on their first big stage at Disrupt. Your support fuels the next generation of game-changing startups.

MongoDB will also be hosting a breakout session:

Leading for Impact: Engineering at the Speed ​​of AI
Tuesday 28 October
10:30 AM – 11:20 AM

In the fast-moving world of AI, traditional product cycles no longer work. Constant model releases, fierce competition, and intense business demands call for a new type of engineering leadership. Leaders from Factory, Mercor, Fireworks, TinyFish, and Voyage AI from MongoDB share how they are building agile teams, driving rapid growth with leaner resources, and driving impact at the speed of AI.

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