Anticipation is building for the TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, taking place from October 27-29 in San Francisco. This year’s event features a dynamic AI Stage, spotlighting the visionaries driving forward the realms of artificial intelligence.
Join industry leaders from Character.AI, Hugging Face, Mercor, Runway, Wayve, and a host of other prominent tech innovators. Engage with them as they explore topics ranging from generative AI and developer tools to autonomous vehicles, creative AI, and national security. Founders attending will gain invaluable insights and strategies directly from the pioneers shaping the future of innovation.
If you’re eager to witness the evolution of AI in scaling, investing, and building, the AI Stage is your venue of choice—offering breakouts, roundtables, innovative breakthroughs, and unparalleled networking opportunities. Register by September 26 to benefit from savings of up to $668.
Complete Agenda for the AI Stage
Delve into the full agenda for the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt.
Betting on the Next Wave: Insights from VCs on AI Startups
Featuring Aileen Lee, founder of Cowboy Ventures; Steve Jang, founder of Kindred Ventures; and Jon McNeill, founder of DVx Ventures, former COO of Lyft and President of Tesla.
Join the discussion on the realities and myths within AI opportunities, as founders navigate through the challenges of this rapidly evolving field. Gain insights into potential high-growth areas and common traps to avoid.
Driving Intelligence Forward
Featuring Alex Kendall, CEO of Wayve
Explore innovations in AI-driven self-driving technologies and the ongoing race to develop autonomous systems utilizing real-world data for training. Discover the breakthroughs that are steering progress and identify lingering obstacles.
Intelligence in Motion: The Future of Physical AI
Featuring Jeff Cardenas, CEO of Apptronik; and Raquel Urtasun, CEO of Waabi
From autonomous trucking to humanoid robots, AI is transitioning from screens into tangible applications in the physical world. Learn how ready we are for large-scale deployment along with the challenges yet to be overcome.
Unveiling the Next Frontier in Search
Featuring Edo Liberty, CEO of Pinecone
As generative AI transforms information retrieval, vector search is emerging as the backbone of upcoming applications. Discover the trajectory of this technology and its implications for startups.
Molding the AI Stack with Hugging Face
Featuring Thomas Wolf, Co-founder and CSO of Hugging Face
Delve into the rapidly evolving AI infrastructure as the CSO of Hugging Face explains the competitive landscape of models, frameworks, and platforms that will ultimately shape the future AI stack.
AI Tools for Developers: Beyond the Hype
In collaboration with Kirill Skrygan, CEO of JetBrains
Forget the flashy gimmicks; explore what AI fundamentals mean for developers in their daily coding tasks as JetBrains’ CEO elaborates on enduring tools versus fleeting trends.
Character.AI: Revolutionizing Conversational AI
Featuring Karandeep Anand, CEO of Character.AI
Explore advancements in conversational AI, from chatbots to human-like digital personalities. Founders focused on conversational platforms will gain pivotal insights into this transforming market.
Creative Innovations: AI at the Intersection of Art and Technology
Featuring Soyoung Lee, Co-founder and GTM of Twelve Labs; Nikola Todorovic, Co-founder and CEO of Wonder Dynamics, an Autodesk company; and Prateek Dixit, Co-founder of PocketFM
See how emerging AI technologies are enabling the next wave of content creation, capturing the imaginations of millions across sectors such as media, entertainment, and education.
From Advertising to Filmmaking: Innovating through Code
Featuring Alejandro Matamala Ortiz, Chief Design Officer of Runway
Generative video technology has moved past the realm of science fiction, now influencing campaigns, films, and creative workflows. Discover the future potentials of creative AI directly from Runway’s co-founder.
The Impact of AI on Relationships: Love, Lies, and Algorithms
Featuring Dr. Amanda Gesselman, head of research analytics at Kinsey Institute; Mark Kantor, head of product at Tinder; and Eugenia Kuyda, founder of Replika
Explore how AI is reshaping human connections and its potential as the next generation technology driving dating and relationships. Founders will gain essential tips on navigating this landscape.
Learn from Google Cloud’s AI Insights
Featuring Will Grannis, CTO of Google Cloud
Acquire actionable insights from one of the forefront AI operations globally. Discover strategies that startups can implement, pitfalls to avoid, and tips on scaling AI processes effectively.
Modern Defense: Building Innovative Intelligence
Featuring Ethan Thornton, CEO of Mach Industries
The defense sector has become a rapid frontier for AI innovation. Learn how startups are shaping modern national security technologies from the insights of Mach Industries’ founder.
AI’s Role in National Security: Navigating the Landscape of Innovation
Featuring Kathleen Fisher, Director at DARPA; Sri Chandrasekar, Managing Partner at Point72; and Justin Fanelli, CTO of the U.S. Department of Navy
With national security increasingly embracing AI technologies, this session will unveil the opportunities, challenges, and significant decisions impacting the future of defense.
AI’s Influence on the Future of Work
Featuring Brendan Foody, CEO of Mercor
The redefining of hiring, training, and productivity by AI and automation is rapidly transforming the future workplace. Discover the implications of these changes for founders and enterprises.
Revolutionizing Transportation: Smarter Streets with AI
Featuring Praveen Naga, CTO of Uber; and Dave Ferguson, Co-founder and President of Nuro
Get insights on how AI technologies are transforming rides, deliveries, and the overarching landscape of mobility.
Secure Your Spot on the AI Stage Today
Don’t let the future of AI pass you by. With attendees experiencing everything from robotic demonstrations to discussions on AI ethics, now is your chance to secure last-minute savings of up to $668 on your TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 pass. Register today before the deadline on September 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT.
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