TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 takes place October 27–29 in San Francisco. Picture this Expect more than 10,000 leaders from the startup and venture capital communities to come together and discover innovative ideas that will help them address the challenges of today. This year’s event promises to dazzle every kind of attendee. In particular, we’re looking forward to the intersection of tech and national security, including an epic AI Defense panel.
Our AI Defense panel will feature some of the best and brightest from the field. Among them are Justin Fanelli, Chief Technology Officer for the Department of the Navy, Dr. Kathleen Fisher, Director of the Information Innovation Office at DARPA, and AI expert Chandrasekar. These distinguished panelists will dive deep into some of the most pressing debates impacting autonomous systems, decision intelligence, cyber gov, and battlefield preparedness.
A Convergence of Innovators
TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 aims to foster an environment where innovators can share insights and solutions to pressing issues facing society. The event serves as a platform for thought leaders, entrepreneurs, and investors to engage in meaningful conversations that could define future technologies.
This year’s convening will include the AI Defense panel. In addition to inspiring discussions, participants can expect a wide variety of workshops and networking opportunities designed to foster collaboration. The dynamic array of attendees will spark new creativity and foster unique relationships. These partnerships could propel important innovations in all fields.
Exploring AI’s Role in National Security
The AI Defense panel’s mission is pretty straightforward. It addresses the needs that the U.S. defense and intelligence communities face in developing more intelligent and agile technologies. As these fields adopt AI, engagement will intensify. While we work to make these advancements, we need to make sure that they continue to retain ethics, oversight, and most importantly safety.
Panelists will discuss how the latest innovations in AI can improve our national security without sacrificing accountability and ethics. The dialogue now more than ever calls for novel solutions to sustain military operations. Concurrent with that, it needs to ensure that democracy is not undermined, and the rights of civilians are protected.
The Future of Defense Technology
As the world changes, so does the requirement for increased technology in our defense. At the core of TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 will be the U.S. military’s commitment to leading the world in emerging technology adoption across all branches of service. Panelists at the AI Defense will provide deep and useful perspective. They’ll dive into how these technologies can improve decision-making processes and improve overall operational efficiency.
This is just the beginning—all the discussions at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 could determine the future of defense technology. This in-depth event will address the new opportunities and challenges our field is facing. It’s designed to spark new ideas that enhance America’s national security and devote more resources to innovation.