TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 is live and packed with high-energy sessions, expert insights, and the climactic Startup Battlefield finale. Whether you're attending in person or watching from afar, there's no better way to experience the future of tech than tuning into the livestream of the Disrupt Stage. The event kicks off at 10 a.m. PT with a powerful conversation on rebuilding the city that builds startups. San Francisco’s new mayor, Daniel Lurie, takes the stage to share his vision for revitalizing the city’s startup ecosystem. From housing and public safety to innovation policy and global competitiveness, Lurie explains why San Francisco remains the ultimate launchpad for founders at every stage. At 10:30 a.m. PT, investor Elad Gil joins the stage. A pioneer in early-stage tech, Gil was among the first to back companies like Perplexity, Character.AI, and Harvey long before they became household names. His track record includes early investments in Airbnb, Figma, Stripe, Notion, and many others. He’ll share his perspective on what makes a founder worth backing in today’s fast-moving AI era. At 10:55 a.m. PT, Aaron Levie, founder and CEO of Box, returns to discuss how to survive, scale, and reinvent in the age of AI. With Box still thriving while many competitors faded, Levie offers real-world lessons on innovation within public companies, the rise of AI agents in enterprise software, and the importance of continuous reinvention. Also at 10:55 a.m. PT, the Startup Battlefield Alumni Update features 2024’s geCKo Materials, who return to share their journey since winning the competition and how they’ve grown their business in the competitive materials tech space. The main event arrives at 11:25 a.m. PT with the Startup Battlefield Final. Five of the world’s most promising startups take the stage to pitch their visions to a panel of expert judges. The winner will take home the Startup Battlefield Cup and $100,000 in prize money. At 2:15 p.m. PT, Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko takes the stage to discuss crypto’s next chapter. He’ll reflect on Solana’s breakout year, the challenges of scaling a blockchain for mass adoption, and where the industry is headed—from memecoins to real-world finance. Later, at 2:40 p.m. PT, Kevin Rose returns to Disrupt for the first time since 2012. He’ll share lessons from relaunching Digg with Reddit co-founder Alexis Ohanian, and discuss his evolution into one of Silicon Valley’s most active early-stage investors. He’ll reveal how he identifies founders and spots the next big trends in consumer tech and crypto. At 3:00 p.m. PT, Roy Lee, founder of Cluely, takes the stage to talk about building a bold AI startup in a crowded market. Known for his unapologetic style, Lee will discuss how controversy can fuel growth, how to stand out in a noisy space, and why betting big is part of the game. At 3:30 p.m. PT, NBA champion and investor Tristan Thompson shares how his competitive mindset drives his ventures in sports, culture, and tech. He’ll discuss his investments in World Mobile, Basketball Fun, Axon Dao, and Somnia, and why athletes are uniquely positioned to build the next generation of consumer and Web3 companies. The event wraps up with the official announcement of the Startup Battlefield 2025 winner. Don’t miss it—watch the livestream on YouTube starting at 10 a.m. PT, and follow the action in real time. Even if you’re not attending, the stream is your front-row seat to the most important moments in tech.