This year’s TechCrunch Disrupt sees the AI stage expand, reflecting the technology’s rapid evolution. From robots needing their own ChatGPT moment to the ethical and technical challenges of reviving extinct species, the Real World AI Stage explores the convergence of AI with our everyday lives.

Expect insights into how hardware and software are merging, with speakers from Nvidia, Shield AI, Colossal Biosciences and more, discussing the hurdles and opportunities ahead. As AI ventures from self-driving cars to public spaces, the stakes for getting it right are higher than ever.

The event promises to be a pivotal moment in AI’s journey, showcasing the gap between prototype and production in real-world applications. With sessions on safety, scalability and the edge, Disrupt 2026 aims to set the stage for AI’s future.

Join the conversation at Moscone West from 13 to 15 October. The future of AI is here, and TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is your ticket to witness it.