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Do startups still need Silicon Valley? Founders and funders debate at TechCrunch Disrupt 2025.


TechCrunch Disrupt 2025, Oct 27-29, will dive into whether building in Silicon Valley still gives founders an edge. Register now to save up to $625.

As the startup world descends on San Francisco for TechCrunch Disrupt 2025 — happening October 27–29 at Moscone West — one question looms large: Does building in Silicon Valley still give founders an edge? On the Builders Stage, Anh-Tho Chuong (Lago), David Hall (Revolution), and Tawni Nazario-Cranz (SignalFire) lead a must-attend session for anyone looking to scale smart in today’s startup landscape. As managing partner at Revolution ’s Rise of the Rest Seed Fund, he’s helped build a portfolio that spans the country — backing bold founders in places often overlooked by coastal VCs.

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