News Disrupt isn’t just about showcasing the startups of tomorrow — it’s also about surfacing the boldest ideas shaping technology today. Thanks to the support of our partners JetBrains and Greenfield, the News Disrupt 2025 program, happening October 27–29 at San Francisco’s Moscone West, brings two must-see sessions that put AI front and center.
Monday, October 27 — Builders Stage
1:40 p.m. – 2:10 p.m. PT
Who’s Defining AI’s Future in 2025? The AI Disruptors 60 Unveiled
Presented by Greenfield Partners
We’ve seen it with the internet, and again with mobile: moments when technology reshapes everything. Now it’s AI’s turn — and it’s moving faster than ever. Greenfield Partners is unveiling the AI Disruptors 60 right here at Disrupt 2025: a list of early- and growth-stage startups leading the charge in AI infrastructure, applications, and go-to-market innovation.
This panel brings together top investors like Shay Grinfeld (Greenfield Partners) and founders, including Renen Hallak of VAST Data, for a candid discussion about how these companies are building the backbone of tomorrow’s AI economy. From scaling strategies to sector-defining breakthroughs, they’ll unpack what makes these startups stand out — and what’s coming next. Don’t miss the live reveal of the AI Disruptors 60 list, only at TC Disrupt.
Tuesday, October 28 — AI Stage
1:55 p.m. – 2:15 p.m. PT
Vibe coding? Cute. Now let’s get real and talk about AI built for developers
Presented by JetBrains
AI in software development often gets framed as a sprint — more speed, more output, more lines of code. But speed without quality doesn’t cut it in the real world. Join Kirill Skrygan, CEO of JetBrains, for an unfiltered look at how AI built for developers is changing the industry. This session explores why code quality — not just velocity — will define the next generation of intelligent software and how developers can harness AI to deliver at scale, with reliability and precision.
A thank-you to our partners
We’re grateful to JetBrains and Greenfield for supporting News and making these conversations possible at Disrupt 2025. Their commitment to advancing the AI ecosystem helps us spotlight the people and companies rewriting what’s possible. Make sure these sessions are on your must-see list.
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