Meet the judges who will crown Australia’s next breakout startup
TechCrunch is partnering with Stripe to host a startup competition in Sydney, where eight early-stage companies will pitch for prizes and a spot at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026. The event features a panel of judges from the venture capital and fintech sectors to evaluate the next generation of Australian startups.
TechCrunch Startup Battlefield is coming to Australia — and we’re partnering with Stripe to find the country’s most exciting early-stage startups. On August 19, eight Australian startups will take the stage at Stripe Tour Sydney to pitch live in front of investors, press, and the tech community. Three will win prizes. One will earn an automatic ticket to TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 , taking place in San Francisco from October 13-15.
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