Startup Battlefield 200 Applications Close May 27: Final Call for Early-Stage Founders

Startup Battlefield 200 is accepting applications through Friday, May 27, for a launchpad that will showcase 200 early-stage startups at Bitcoin World Disrupt 2026. The program offers selected companies a fully funded booth, free passes, pitch training, masterclasses with VCs, press-list access, lead-generation tools, editorial exposure, and a $100,000 equity-free prize. Historically the program has boosted fundraising and exits — over 1,700 alumni have collectively raised more than $32 billion and recorded 250+ exits — so participation can materially increase visibility to investors and potential acquirers. While not a market-moving financial event, the competition can influence tech and crypto funding flows by surfacing high-potential pre-Series A firms to venture capital and media audiences.