But TechCrunch Disrupt 2025The future is not just discussed – it Started walking. Nowhere is more literal than this space stageIn partnership with Aerospace Corporation, the launch will take place on October 27 at Moscone West in San Francisco.
This is where the creators of the next frontier meet: the founders, investors and operators who are shaping Orbit’s business, from rocketry and manufacturing to AI and defense. Even as capital tightens and competition heats up, this lineup proves that the commercial space sector is entering its most ambitious era yet.
Whether you’re a space fanatic, a startup creator, or an investor striving to drive innovation, Space Stage will take a front-row look at the companies that are redefining what’s possible beyond Earth. Register here to save up to $624 Coming to you before October 17th at 11:59 pm PT.
The entire Stellar lineup is ready to take off on the space platform
Learn more about each Space Leader and their session disrupt the agenda,
Investing at the edge of space
with celeste fordManaging Director, Stellar Ventures; chris moralesPartner, Point72 Ventures; morgan bellerGeneral Partner, NFX
As space becomes a larger focus for both governments and private markets, investors are paying attention to new opportunities and new risks. Top VCs weigh in on where capital is flowing, what startups have to prove, and how the funding landscape for the space is evolving.
Aerospace Startup Showcase: Solving the toughest problems in space
in partnership with Aerospace Corporation,
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October 27-29, 2025
AI is changing the way 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.
judge: tom quick (JPL), Debra Emmons (Aerospace Corporation), Caitlin Holloway (776 Ventures), and mandy vonn (GXO)
Startup: Little Place Labs, magma space, orbital roboticssandro, and scout space
From Robinhood to Aetherflux: Baiju Bhatt’s next frontier
with Baiju BhattFounder and CEO, AetherFlux
Robinhood co-founder Baiju Bhatt helped democratize investing. Now he is turning his attention towards space. Bhatt explains why he’s diving into deep tech, what he’s learned about building in fundamentally different industries, and how his next work could reshape access to space.
AI at the Edge: Startups Powering the Future of Space
Aerospace Corporation, and with lucy hoagFounder and CEO, Violet Labs; And Adam MaherFounder and CEO, Ursa Space Systems
Space isn’t just about rockets – it’s about intelligence. From on-orbit calculations to autonomous decision making, this session highlights how founders are using AI to manage missions faster, smarter and more efficiently than ever before.
Laying the foundation for a new space economy
with even rogersCo-Founder and CEO, True Anomaly; Max HaatCEO, Vishal; Bridgit MendlerFounder and CEO, Northwood Space; And kelly henigCOO, Stoke Space
The next wave of space startups isn’t just building rockets — it’s building an ecosystem. The founders of Vast, True Anomaly, Northwood, and Stoke Space share how they are building the infrastructure and market that will define the commercial space age.
Built in space: Varda’s plan to build the next great supply chain
with will brewFounder and CEO, Varda Space Industries
varda Bringing manufacturing to orbit, turning microgravity into a competitive advantage. Founder and CEO Will Bruay explains how off-world production becomes a commercial reality, what it takes to work in space, and why orbital factories could soon power entire industries.
Flash sale will start outside the classroom on October 17.
Don’t miss your chance to hear from the top voices in space technology. register now To claim your Disrupt 2025 Pass and unlock opportunities for connections, deals and industry insights. Save up to $624 As of October 17, 11:59 pm PT. Or bring your team And save 15% to 30%.
