TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will take place at Moscone West in San Francisco from October 13 to 15. The event expects over 10,000 attendees, including founders and investors, for more than 250 sessions.
The Real World AI Stage will host a session focused on scaling technology from prototype to production. Speakers include John Mackey of MBRYONICS, Boris Sofman of Bedrock Robotics, and Adrian Macneil of Foxglove.
John Mackey will discuss transitioning from specialized photonics to high-volume manufacturing for space networks. Boris Sofman will share insights on scaling autonomous systems based on his experience at Waymo.
Adrian Macneil will detail the infrastructure and data systems required for autonomous vehicle deployment, drawing on his background at Cruise. The session aims to address manufacturing and operational challenges.
Attendees can save up to $200 on event passes if registered by September 25. The deadline for booking exhibit tables in the Expo Hall is September 18.






