Silkroad Innovation Hub Road to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 2026 program applications are now open

Silkroad Innovation Hub and its partners have announced the opening of applications for the Road to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 2026 program — the largest startup pitch competition in Central Eurasia. The program offers startups the opportunity to compete at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, one of the most prestigious technology conferences in the world.

The program brings together promising early-stage startups from Central Eurasia and other regions with Silicon Valley investors, international mentors, and the global technology community.

Participants will have access to the following opportunities:
— Access to up to $100,000 in investment funding, distributed among the three finalist teams
— Direct entry to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200
— The opportunity to present their startup at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
— Fully funded trips to San Francisco for two team members
— Benefits from the OpenAI for Startups program
— Receipt of an official TechCrunch certificate
— Joining the global community of founders and investors
— International media support through TechCrunch and program partners.

Startups in the MVP, seed, or pre-seed stages from Central Eurasian countries and other regions are eligible to participate; the startup’s valuation must not exceed $5 million.

Applications are open until June 30, 2026. Applications can be submitted via the website http://road2battlefield.com/.