The battle begins: 2026 Startup Battlefield 200 nominations are open TechCrunch Events 6:30 AM PST · February 9, 2026 Early-stage founders, this is your moment!
Are you ready to put your startup to the test on the ultimate global stage? The Startup Battlefield is calling. Nominations for TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200 , the world’s most iconic startup pitch competition, are officially open.
Step onto the main stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and go head-to-head in front of world-class VC judges and the entire TechCrunch audience. This is where breakout companies are forged. Compete for $100,000 in equity-free funding, earn global exposure, and get real, unfiltered feedback from the investors who shape the future of tech.
Startup Battlefield alumni include Trello, Mint, Dropbox, Discord, and Fitbit — over 1,700 startups that once stood exactly where you are now.
The next breakout doesn’t happen by accident. Nominate now .
Thousands of startups apply each year, and this year’s field will be even more competitive. TechCrunch reviews every nomination, but founders who enter early give themselves a strategic edge. If you’re serious about winning, don’t wait to join the fight.
Techcrunch event TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Tickets Live On June 23 in Boston , more than 1,100 founders come together at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 for a full day focused on growth, execution, and real-world scaling. Learn from founders and investors who have shaped the industry. Connect with peers navigating similar growth stages. Walk away with tactics you can apply immediately Save up to $300 on your pass or save up to 30% with group tickets for teams of four or more. TechCrunch Founder Summit: Tickets Live On June 23 in Boston , more than 1,100 founders come together at TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026 for a full day focused on growth, execution, and real-world scaling. Learn from founders and investors who have shaped the industry. Connect with peers navigating similar growth stages. Walk away with tactics you can apply immediately Save up to $300 on your pass or save up to 30% with group tickets for teams of four or more. Boston, MA | June 23, 2026 REGISTER NOW What it takes to enter the arena We’re looking for bold, early-stage founders with an MVP and a vision that challenges the status quo. If you’re bootstrapped, pre-seed, or seed-funded, this battlefield was made for you. Series A startups in capital-intensive industries may also qualify.
Nominations close mid-June, but champions don’t wait for the last call. Prepare early. Nominate early. Enter Startup Battlefield 200 and fight for your place on tech’s biggest stage.
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