The Countdown Begins: Tomorrow, We Unveil the 2025 Startup Battlefield 200 List!

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After reviewing thousands of groundbreaking applications from around the globe, TechCrunch is on the cusp of announcing the 2025 Startup Battlefield 200 — our handpicked selection of the most promising early-stage startups who will take the spotlight at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 this October 27-29.

The 2025 Startup Battlefield 200 lineup will be revealed right here on Wednesday, August 27, at 9:00 a.m. PT.

Whether you applied, nominated an extraordinary founder, or are simply curious about who made the cut, this is your time to shine. Your name. Your competitor. Your future investment. They could all be spotlighted.

This October marks two decades of TechCrunch Disrupt shaping the startup ecosystem — and we’re celebrating in style. Over the past 20 years, the most influential figures in technology, venture capital, and entrepreneurship have graced our stage to share their insights and build their legacies. Innovators like Dropbox, Cloudflare, Fitbit, and Discord began their journeys in Startup Battlefield — and this is where the next wave of innovative companies will emerge.

Excited to see these emerging talents pitch live? Interested in insights from top-tier founders and investors? Want to network with the leaders shaping the tech landscape? Secure your ticket for Disrupt 2025, happening October 27-29 in San Francisco.

Last year’s victor, Salva Health, stood out in a highly competitive field with its development of a portable device for early breast cancer detection, particularly aiding rural areas with limited access to mammograms and diagnostic services. Relive their winning moment below, listen to our Equity podcast interview with CEO Valentina Agudelo, or read more about their journey here.

Salva was not alone in their venture. Among the 200 innovative startups, TechCrunch’s editorial team chose the 2024 Top 20 finalists who wowed the audience with their groundbreaking concepts, live demonstrations, and refined presentations. The runner-up, geCKo Materials, attracted attention with its captivating narrative about how years of research led to an innovative adhesive that is transforming the Velcro industry, tackling challenges one at a time.

This year’s Startup Battlefield 200 Top 20 finalists will be announced on Day 1 of Disrupt 2025 (Monday, October 27). Don’t miss the chance to see these founders compete live for the $100,000 prize and the Disrupt Cup. Your competitors will be there. Don’t let this slip by — grab your tickets for Disrupt 2025.

Save the date and set your reminders — the 2025 Startup Battlefield 200 list will be unveiled here on Wednesday, August 27, at 9:00 a.m. PT. Be the first to see which exceptional startups will emerge.

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