At TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, the future isn’t just discussed, it’s started. Nowhere is that more literal than on the Space Stage, which launches October 27 at Moscone West in San Francisco in partnership with Aerospace Corporation.
This is where the builders of the next frontier come together: the founders, investors, and operators who are shaping the businesses in orbit, from rockets and manufacturing to AI and defense. Even as capital tightens and competition intensifies, this lineup proves that the commercial space sector is entering its most ambitious era yet.
Whether you’re a space enthusiast, a startup builder, or an investor on the cutting edge of innovation, the Space Stage gives you a front-row seat to companies that are redefining possibilities beyond Earth. Register here to save up to $624 on passes by October 17th at 11:59pm PT.
We have a gorgeous lineup and are ready to launch to the space stage.
Learn more about each Space Leader and Disrupt Agenda session.
Investing at the edge of the universe
With Celeste Ford, Managing Director of Stellar Ventures. Chris Morales, Point72 Ventures Partner Morgan Beller, NFX General Partner
As space gains increased attention for both governments and private markets, investors are navigating new opportunities and new risks. Top VCs analyze where capital is flowing, what startups have to prove they’re outstanding, and how the space funding landscape is evolving.
Aerospace Startup Showcase: Solving the toughest problems in space
Partnership with Aerospace Corporation
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October 27-29, 2025
AI is transforming the way we explore and operate in space. Aerospace Corporation will host a pitchoff spotlighting startups building frontier AI solutions for on-orbit intelligence, infrastructure, and exploration.
Judges: Tom Cwik (JPL), Debra Emmons (Aerospace Corporation), Katelin Holloway (776 Ventures), Mandy Vaughn (XCO)
Startups: Little Place Labs, Magma Space, Orbital Robotics, Sandro, Scout Space
From Robin Hood to Aetherflux: Baiju Bhatt’s Next Frontier
With Baiju Bhatt, Founder and CEO of Aetherflux
Robinhood co-founder Baiju Bhatt helped democratize investing. Now he’s turning his attention to space. Bhatt talks about why he works in deep technology, what he learned about building across fundamentally different industries, and how his next move could reshape access to space.
AI at the edge: Startups powering the future of space
In partnership with The Aerospace Corporation and 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’s also about intelligence. From on-orbit computing to autonomous decision-making, this session will focus on founders using AI to manage their missions faster, smarter, and more efficiently than ever before.
Laying the foundations for a new space economy
With Even Rogers, co-founder and CEO of True Anomaly. Max Haot, CEO of Vast. Brigitte Mendler, Founder and CEO of Northwood Space. and Kelly Henning, COO of Stoke Space.
The next wave of space startups isn’t just about building rockets, it’s about building an ecosystem. The founders of Vast, True Anomaly, Northwood, and Stoke Space share how they’re building the infrastructure and markets that will define the commercial space age.
Made in Space: Varda’s plan to build the next great supply chain
Will Bruey, Founder and CEO of Varda Space Industries
Varda is putting manufacturing on track and turning microgravity into a competitive advantage. Founder and CEO Will Bruey explains how off-world production is becoming a business reality, what it takes to operate in space, and why orbiting factories will soon power entire industries.
Suborbital flash sale begins on October 17th
Don’t miss your chance to hear from the top voices in space technology. Sign up today to get your Disrupt pass and get the chance to connect, trade, and gain industry insight. Save up to $624 until October 17th at 11:59pm PT. Or bring your team and save 15-30%.
