TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 will include a session dedicated to the transition of AI and autonomous system prototypes into production. The event, taking place from October 13–15 in San Francisco, will feature a discussion titled "From Prototype to Production: Can It Scale in Reality?" on its Real World AI Stage.
The session aims to address the complexities involved when technology moves beyond controlled environments, highlighting challenges such as manufacturing, infrastructure, and ensuring consistent performance. Leaders from various industries will share their experiences in navigating this shift.
Speakers include John Mackey, Co-founder and CEO of MBRYONICS, who will discuss scaling space-based optical communications. Boris Sofman, Co-founder of Bedrock Robotics, will provide insights on deploying autonomous systems where reliability is critical. Adrian Macneil, Co-founder of Foxglove, will focus on the infrastructure engineering necessary for autonomous systems at scale.