The AI Stage at Disrupt 2025: A Glimpse Into the Next Wave of Intelligent Innovation
The AI Stage at Disrupt 2025: Shaping the Future of Intelligence
Get ready for an extraordinary gathering of AI leaders and innovators at the AI Stage at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, taking place October 27–29 in San Francisco. This year’s AI Stage is set to be a focal point for entrepreneurs, developers, and investors who want to understand the technologies and strategies powering the next generation of artificial intelligence.
Unrivaled Speaker Lineup
The AI Stage brings together visionaries from companies like Character.AI, Hugging Face, Mercor, Runway, Wayve, and many more. With over 250+ tech and venture capital heavyweights participating in 200+ sessions, attendees will gain firsthand insights from those at the forefront of AI innovation.
- Generative AI & Developer Tools: Explore the latest in code generation and developer-focused AI with thought leaders including Kirill Skrygan, CEO of JetBrains.
- Autonomous Vehicles & Physical AI: Hear from CEOs like Alex Kendall (Wayve), Jeff Cardenas (Apptronik), and Raquel Urtasun (Waabi) about real-world progress and the challenges facing intelligent machines.
- Conversational & Creative AI: Discover how Character.AI and Wonder Dynamics are redefining digital interaction and content creation.
- AI in National Security & Defense: Industry experts such as Kathleen Fisher (DARPA) and Ethan Thornton (Mach Industries) discuss the pivotal role of AI in security and defense innovation.
Key Sessions to Watch
- Where AI Is Headed Next: Aileen Lee (Cowboy Ventures), Steve Jang (Kindred Ventures), and Jon McNeill (DVx Ventures) break down the biggest opportunities and hype in AI’s evolving landscape.
- Shaping the AI Stack: Thomas Wolf, co-founder and CSO of Hugging Face, discusses the future of AI infrastructure and the battle over open-source and proprietary models.
- The Next Frontier in Search: Edo Liberty, CEO of Pinecone, highlights how vector search is powering a new era of information discovery.
- AI and the Future of Work: Brendan Foody (Mercor) shares how AI is transforming hiring, productivity, and workplace dynamics.
- From Ads to Films: Alejandro Matamala Ortiz (Runway) shows how generative video is revolutionizing creative industries.
- AI That Talks Back: Karandeep Anand (Character.AI) offers a look into the next generation of lifelike conversational agents.
- AI in Matters of the Heart: Experts from Tinder, Replika, and the Kinsey Institute explore how algorithms are reshaping relationships.
Networking and Growth Opportunities
With over 10,000 tech and VC leaders expected, the event is an unparalleled opportunity for founders to connect, learn, and accelerate their AI-driven businesses. Attendees can participate in breakouts, roundtables, and networking sessions designed to spark collaboration and fuel growth.
Special Offer: Register and Save
Secure your spot before September 26 to save up to $668 on your pass. Register now to join the world’s leading minds in AI at the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch Disrupt.
Explore the Full AI Stage Agenda
Want to see the complete list of sessions, speakers, and topics? View the detailed AI Stage agenda here and plan your experience to maximize learning and networking.
