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Entrepreneurs racing against a midnight deadline for the Startup Battlefield 200 application, with $100,000 in non-dilutive funding at stake.

Startup Battlefield 200 application deadline approaches June 8

A last-minute extension has opened a critical window for startups to compete for $100,000 in non-dilutive funding at TechCrunch Disrupt.

Marcus Havel·June 6, 2026

Entrepreneurs passionately pitching their innovative startup on stage at the Startup Battlefield competition, surrounded by a captivated audience and glowing stage lights.

Startups

How to Succeed in Startup Battlefield 2026

Only 12% of startups from past TechCrunch Disrupt Startup Battlefield cohorts secured meaningful follow-on funding within 18 months, according to i analyzed 200 startups: battlefield's brutal secret |

Marcus Havel·June 2, 2026

Aspiring entrepreneurs looking concerned at a 'SOLD OUT' sign for TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, highlighting increased pass prices.

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TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass prices increase begins

For TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, the 'Founder Pass' has jumped from $1,295 to $1,895—a staggering 46.

Marcus Havel·May 25, 2026