TechCrunch has announced the opening of applications for its Startup Battlefield 200 competition, aimed at pre-Series A startups. Participants will have the chance to showcase their innovations on a global stage during Disrupt 2025. The competition offers exposure to top VCs, a chance to pitch on the Disrupt Stage, and a coveted equity-free prize of $100,000. With thousands of startups expected to apply, early submissions are encouraged. Startup Battlefield has a history of launching successful companies, making this a vital opportunity for emerging entrepreneurs.