TechCrunch Disrupt 2026’s new Smart Money Stage explores fintech, payments, AI, and everything between
TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, taking place from October 13–15 at San Francisco's Moscone Center, will feature a new 'Smart Money Stage' dedicated to the convergence of fintech, payments, and AI. The stage will host leaders from major companies including Circle, Robinhood, American Express, Plaid, and Airwallex. Sessions will cover the future of money movement via stablecoins and instant payments, winning the modern financial consumer, AI trust and verification in financial services, and building infrastructure for global commerce. Notable speakers include Circle's Nikhil Chandhok, Robinhood's Abhishek Fatehpuria, American Express's Hannah Bozian, and Airwallex's Jack Zhang. The article also promotes ticket sales as the current pricing window ends soon.
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