Applications close in 48 hours — here's everything Australian founders need to know about Stripe x Startup Battlefield | TechCrunch
2026-08-19 · 00:00:00 · Sydney
International Convention Centre
14 Darling Dr, Sydney
Eight Australian startups will pitch live at Stripe Tour Sydney in front of investors, global press, and the Australian tech community. The winner receives $15,000 in Stripe fee credits and automatic entry into Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt San Francisco. Applications close July 20, 2026; free to apply with no equity taken.
Organizer: TechCrunch
At a glance
- Format
- Eight startups selected to pitch live. Three win prizes; grand winner gets automatic entry into Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt San Francisco. Every applicant is invited and registered to attend Stripe Tour Sydney.
- Who can apply
- Open to Australian startups. Working MVP required; revenue and launch are not requirements. Previous applications or local press coverage do not disqualify. Free to apply, no equity taken.
- Prizes
- Grand winner: $15,000 in Stripe fee credits + automatic entry into Startup Battlefield 200 at TechCrunch Disrupt, San Francisco, October 13–15, 2026. Second place: $5,000 in Stripe fee credits. Third place: $2,000 in Stripe fee credits.
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