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Spotlight sessions you won’t want to miss
Our sponsors are shaping the future of industries — and you can watch them live at Disrupt:
Tuesday, October 28
AI Stage
AI doesn’t fail. You’re just solving the wrong problems
2:35 p.m. – 2:55 p.m
Presented by SymphonyAI
Headlines say AI pilots are lagging, but world leaders are already scaling AI into production. From manufacturing to payments to retail, it’s proving that success comes from focus: solving complex domain-specific problems. This discussion goes beyond the hype to reveal what goes wrong when AI meets business reality — and how businesses are fixing it. Expect real-world insights into growth barriers, the human impact of automation, and why deep expertise drives measurable results.
Wednesday, October 29
Builders scene
Stablecoins, startups, salaries: The new book on global recruitment
10:40 am – 11:00 am
Presented by: Pebl
As startups scale globally, their biggest challenge isn’t finding talent – it’s paying them. Legacy payroll and banking systems can’t keep up with a digital-first distributed workforce. Rising visa costs and shifting US policies are accelerating the shift to global hiring. Now, fintech innovation is redefining payroll through digital wallets, stablecoins and crypto rails, making payments faster, cheaper and borderless. This session examines why payroll is the next frontier of financial infrastructure, where compliance meets innovation and startups turn global teams into a competitive advantage.
Networking is at the heart of Disrupt, and our sponsors make these unforgettable moments possible:
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27-29 October 2025
- Lunch Reception
“Future forward your business”
Presented by UNDERMINE - Women of Tech(Crunch) Cocktail Reception.
“Unlocking Success: Building Networks, Champions, and a Growth Mindset”
Presented by JP Morgan
Startup Battlefield, powered by MongoDB
Big thanks to our Startup Battlefield sponsor, MongoDB, for helping us champion breakthrough ideas and bold founders taking their first big stage at Disrupt. Your support fuels the next generation of game-changing startups.
MongoDB will also host a Breakout session:
Leading for Impact: Engineering at the Speed of AI
Tuesday, October 28
10:30 – 11:20 am
In the rapidly evolving world of artificial intelligence, traditional product cycles no longer work. Constant model releases, intense competition and intense work demands demand a new kind of engineering leadership. Leaders from Factory, Mercor, Fireworks, TinyFish, and MongoDB’s Voyage AI share how they are building resilient teams, driving rapid growth with fewer resources, and driving impact at the speed of AI.
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Our Roundtables bring together founders, investors and experts for candid, interactive conversations that spark real ideas and connections you won’t find anywhere else. Check out these Round Table hosts:
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To all our partners — thank you for fueling the conversations, connections and discoveries that define Disrupt. Your commitment to innovation helps propel the global startup ecosystem forward. We’re proud to be building this platform together and can’t wait to see what’s next. Until then, here’s to every company, creator, and change maker that will help make this year’s Disrupt one to remember.
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