TechCrunch Disrupt has always been where the future takes shape, and nowhere is that more literal than on the Space Stage. The event is launching in San Francisco’s Moscone West on October 27. In partnership with The Aerospace Corporation, this stage brings together the leaders shaping the next orbital frontier. They will unveil breakthroughs in rockets, satellites, defense, and AI in orbit.
This year’s agenda brings together founders, investors, and operators who are turning bold visions into enduring businesses, even in a market where capital is tighter and expectations are higher. Whether you are a space enthusiast, a startup builder, or an investor chasing the edge of innovation, the Space Stage will deliver insights on what is next in one of the most dynamic sectors in technology.
Do not miss your exclusive look into space tech. Register by September 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT and save up to $668 on your Disrupt 2025 pass.
Here is a first preview of the Space Stage sessions.
Investing at the Edge of Space features Celeste Ford, managing director of Stellar Ventures, and Chris Morales, partner at Point72, along with another speaker to be announced. As space becomes a bigger focus for both governments and private markets, investors are navigating new opportunities and new risks. This session will break down where capital is flowing, what startups need to show to stand out, and how the funding landscape for space is evolving.
A session titled AI at the Edge: Startups Powering the Future of Space is presented by The Aerospace Corporation. Space is not just about rockets and satellites anymore. It is about data and decisions, and doing both quickly. From autonomous systems to resilient compute and onboard intelligence, AI is becoming the backbone of how missions get managed at scale. This session will break down how early-stage innovation is driving these shifts and laying the foundation for the evolving space economy.
The Aerospace Startup Showcase will focus on solving the hardest problems in space. The Aerospace Corporation is hosting a pitch-off at Disrupt to showcase startups working on innovative AI solutions for space exploration, orbital intelligence, and infrastructure.
A session called From Robinhood to Aetherflux: Baiju Bhatt’s Next Frontier features Baiju Bhatt, founder and CEO of Aetherflux. As the co-founder of Robinhood, Baiju Bhatt helped redefine access to investing for an entire generation. Now he is back with Aetherflux, a company operating at the cutting edge of aerospace and deep tech. In this fireside chat, Bhatt will share why he is diving into space, what he has learned about building in radically different industries, and how founder experience translates when the stakes are literally orbital.
Another session, Dual-Use and the Rise of Private Investment, features Dan Jablonsky, chairman and CEO of Ursa Major, and other speakers to be announced. The lines between commercial and defense technology have never been thinner, and private capital is racing to fund the next generation of dual-use companies. Startup leaders will explore how startups are navigating this complex landscape, the opportunities that come with building dual-use tech, and what it means for the future of the aerospace industry.
A session on Laying the Groundwork for a New Space Economy features Even Rogers, co-founder and CEO of True Anomaly, and Max Haot, CEO of Vast, along with another speaker. The next wave of space startups is not just building rockets. It is building an entire ecosystem. This session will discuss how these companies are creating infrastructure, enabling new markets, and laying the foundations for a thriving space economy. It explores the building blocks of a future where commercial space is a critical part of global technology.
Join over ten thousand tech and venture capital leaders for growth and connections at Disrupt 2025. The event will feature leaders from Netflix, Box, Andreessen Horowitz, ElevenLabs, Wayve, Sequoia Capital, and Elad Gil, just some of the more than 250 heavy hitters leading over 200 sessions. These sessions are designed to deliver the insights that fuel startup growth and sharpen your edge. Do not miss the 20th anniversary of TechCrunch and a chance to learn from the top voices in tech. Grab your ticket before September 26 to save up to $668. The event takes place in San Francisco from October 27 to 29, 2025.
That is just the beginning for the Space Stage. More sessions and speaker reveals are coming soon. In the meantime, grab your Disrupt pass before Regular Bird savings vanish on September 26 at 11:59 p.m. PT.