STARTUP BATTLEFIELD 200 DEADLINE: MAY 27

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Applications for TechCrunch's Startup Battlefield 200 close May 27. The competition offers winners VC access, global exposure, and $100,000 in prizes.

Founders have days left to apply or nominate their startup for Startup Battlefield 200. The program selects 200 early-stage companies to compete for visibility and funding opportunities. What's on offer: - $100,000 in prizes - Direct access to venture capitalists - TechCrunch coverage and media exposure - Global platform visibility Startup Battlefield is TechCrunch's flagship competition, designed to surface innovative early-stage companies and connect them with investors. Selected companies gain exposure to the tech industry's largest audience. The May 27 deadline applies to both direct applications and nominations. Startups at any stage of development can participate, though the program focuses on companies seeking funding and growth acceleration. Interested founders should submit applications through TechCrunch's official Startup Battlefield portal. Details on eligibility and the application process are available on the competition website.

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