At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, the future does not just get discussed; it takes off. This is most literal on the Space Stage, launching in San Francisco’s Moscone West on October 27, in partnership with The Aerospace Corporation. This is where the builders of the next frontier meet, including founders, investors, and operators shaping the business of orbit, from rockets and manufacturing to AI and defense. Even as capital tightens and competition intensifies, this lineup proves the commercial space sector is entering its most ambitious era yet. Whether you are a space enthusiast, a startup builder, or an investor chasing the edge of innovation, the Space Stage will deliver a front-row look at the companies redefining what is possible beyond Earth. Register to save up to six hundred twenty-four dollars on your pass before October 17 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time.
The full stellar lineup is ready for liftoff on the Space Stage. Learn more about each space leader and their session on the Disrupt agenda.
Investing at the Edge of Space features Celeste Ford, managing director of Stellar Ventures; Chris Morales, partner at Point72 Ventures; and Morgan Beller, general partner at NFX. As space becomes a bigger focus for both governments and private markets, investors are navigating new opportunities and new risks. Top venture capitalists will break down where capital is flowing, what startups must prove to stand out, and how the funding landscape for space is evolving.
An Aerospace Startup Showcase, in partnership with The Aerospace Corporation, will highlight solutions for the hardest problems in space. Artificial intelligence is transforming how we explore and operate in space. The Aerospace Corporation hosts a pitch-off spotlighting startups building frontier AI solutions for orbital intelligence, infrastructure, and exploration. The judges are Tom Cwik from JPL, Debra Emmons from The Aerospace Corporation, Katelin Holloway from 776 Ventures, and Mandy Vaughn from XCO. The participating startups are Little Place Labs, Magma Space, Orbital Robotics, Sandro, and Scout Space.
From Robinhood to Aetherflux: Baiju Bhatt’s Next Frontier features Baiju Bhatt, founder and CEO of Aetherflux. Robinhood co-founder Baiju Bhatt helped democratize investing. Now he is turning his sights to space. Bhatt will share why he is diving into deep tech, what he has learned about building across radically different industries, and how his next act could reshape access to space.
AI at the Edge: Startups Powering the Future of Space, in partnership with The Aerospace Corporation, features Lucy Hoag, founder and CEO of Violet Labs, and Adam Maher, founder and CEO of Ursa Space Systems. Space is not just about rockets; it is about intelligence. From on-orbit computing to autonomous decision-making, this session spotlights the founders using AI to manage missions faster, smarter, and more efficiently than ever.
Laying the Groundwork for a New Space Economy features Even Rogers, co-founder and CEO of True Anomaly; Max Haot, CEO of Vast; Bridgit Mendler, founder and CEO of Northwood Space; and Kelly Hennig, COO of Stoke Space. The next wave of space startups is not just building rockets; it is building an ecosystem. The founders behind Vast, True Anomaly, Northwood, and Stoke Space will share how they are creating the infrastructure and markets that will define the commercial space era.
Made in Space: Varda’s Plan to Build the Next Great Supply Chain features Will Bruey, founder and CEO of Varda Space Industries. Varda is bringing manufacturing to orbit, turning microgravity into a competitive advantage. Founder and CEO Will Bruey will explain how off-world production becomes a business reality, what it takes to operate in space, and why orbital factories may soon power entire industries.
Do not miss the chance to hear top voices in space tech. Register now to claim your Disrupt pass and unlock opportunities for connections, deals, and industry insights. Save up to six hundred twenty-four dollars until October 17 at 11:59 PM Pacific Time. Or bring your team and save fifteen to thirty percent.