How to make the Startup Battlefield Top 20 — and what every company gets regardless

TechCrunch explained how startups are selected for Startup Battlefield Top 20 at Disrupt, with strong emphasis on the application, product video, and founder video.

The application deadline was extended to June 8, giving more early-stage companies time to apply for the Startup Battlefield program.

Top 20 finalists get six-minute live pitches on the Disrupt Stage, investor Q&A, and a shot at a $100,000 equity-free prize.

All 200 accepted companies receive demo booths, passes, pitch prep, virtual programming, TechCrunch coverage, and access to the alumni network.