The final Disrupt Stage lineup: Three days of conversations you won’t hear anywhere outside of TechCrunch Disrupt 2026

At TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, the Disrupt Stage will host three days of conversations from October 13 to 15 at Moscone West in San Francisco. This stage features some of the most influential founders, CEOs, and investors from various sectors like AI, robotics, transportation, social media, biotech, and venture capital. Standing out from the lineup is Rivian CEO RJ Scaringe, who will share insights on turning ambitious ideas into scalable companies.

Cerebras CEO Andrew Feldman will address the challenges of AI scaling as models demand increasing compute, energy, and capital. Science Corporation founder Max Hodak will discuss the future of technology interacting directly with the human body. Flock Safety CEO Garrett Langley will share a candid conversation about AI, surveillance, and public safety.

Benchmark's five partners, including Jack Altman, Peter Fenton, Chetan Puttagunta, Everett Randle, and Eric Vishria, will provide a glimpse into their future predictions. In a unique appearance, all five Benchmark partners will join together to discuss their insights. On Thursday, Amazon's Panos Panay will present new tech alongside a look at what comes after the smartphone.

Bluesky CEO Toni Schneider and COO Rose Wang will explore the future of social media, while Replit CEO Amjad Masad will discuss the impact of AI on software creation and the people who build it. Hollywood star and entrepreneur Mark Wahlberg will share how his celebrity influence is being transformed into a serious investment venture, alongside Keebeck's Bruce K. Lee.

The 2026 finalists from the Startup Battlefield competition will return to share their experiences and insights on what happens after the pitch. Additionally, the Disrupt Stage offers an opportunity to meet and hear from tech leaders shaping the future, as well as to connect with 300+ exhibiting startups and get hands-on with their latest products.