Deadline Approaches for Startup Battlefield 200 Applications at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025

TechCrunch has announced that today is the final day for startups to apply to participate in Startup Battlefield 200, the flagship pitch competition at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025. This event, renowned for launching successful companies such as Trello, Dropbox, Mint, and Cloudflare, offers selected startups a unique opportunity to showcase their products and vision on a global stage. Applicants who make it through the selection process will receive a complimentary 3-day exhibit space at the event, four all-access passes, tailored exposure to investors and media, VIP access to alumni programming, and investor-led masterclasses. Most notably, twenty finalists will have the chance to pitch live on the Disrupt main stage, competing for a $100,000 equity-free prize. The competition is highly selective, with thousands of startups expected to apply, but only 200 will be chosen to participate. The application deadline is June 9 at 11:59 p.m. PT. TechCrunch emphasizes that this is not just another pitch competition but a platform where category-defining startups are discovered and propelled to new heights. Interested founders are encouraged to submit their applications before the deadline to seize this valuable opportunity.