Tech News Today — September 25, 2026

The tech industry is buzzing with innovation and networking opportunities. As the calendar flips to 2026, major tech events are taking center stage, offering a platform for entrepreneurs, investors, and thought leaders to converge. TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 is one such event that's generating significant interest, with a lineup of esteemed speakers, judges, and attendees. For those planning to attend, a special offer is available - bring a co-founder, partner, or colleague and receive 50% off a second pass, making it an ideal chance to share insights and experiences with a team.

The event promises to cover a wide range of topics, from building AI systems where failure is not an option, to creating viral growth and capitalizing on it. Startups will also take the spotlight, with the Startup Battlefield 200 competition featuring a new wave of venture capitalists as judges. Meanwhile, emerging trends in consumer tech are also making headlines, with Meta's Muse Charm, a device that taps into the nostalgia of Tamagotchi while embracing newer trends, showcasing the evolving landscape of interactive technology. With TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 and the Founder Summit, there's no shortage of opportunities to explore the latest advancements and connect with like-minded individuals shaping the future of tech.

Today's signal:
• Bring your co-founder, partner, or colleague and get 50% off a second TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 pass (techcrunch.com)
• Meta’s Muse Charm looks like a Tamagotchi, but it’s tapping into a much newer trend (techcrunch.com)
• TechCrunch Founder Summit 2026: Everything you need to know (techcrunch.com)
• Meet the next wave of VCs judging Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 (techcrunch.com)
• Shield AI, Waabi, and General Motors on building AI when failure is not an option at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 (techcrunch.com)
• TechCrunch Disrupt 2026: Cal AI’s Zach Yadegari on how to create viral growth and capitalize on it (techcrunch.com)