We’re thrilled to unveil the 2026 Startup Battlefield 200 – TechCrunch's annual handpicked list of 200 early-stage startups from around the world. From AI and climate tech to consumer goods and beyond, these companies are shaping the future.
This cohort includes Canopii in agtech, Cautio in automotive, Alithea Biotechnology in biotech, and more. At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 from October 13-15 in San Francisco’s Moscone West, you can see live demos of never-before-seen tech, watch Battlefield companies pitch to top VCs, and cheer for the chance at $100,000 equity-free.
Whether you're a VC, tech enthusiast or an early-stage founder, this is your chance to step onto the battlefield. Register now before prices go up in September – only at Disrupt can you witness these innovations first-hand.
This year's alumni have gone on to build category-defining companies like Dropbox and Cloudflare. Will any of this batch follow suit? Follow along as we reveal the top 20 finalists live on Day 1 of Disrupt on October 13.
If your startup made the list, watch your inbox for next steps. If not, stay tuned – there’s always a chance to be next year's breakout star at TechCrunch Disrupt 2027.
