TechCrunch Celebrates 20 Years of Innovation and Impact
As TechCrunch marks its 20th anniversary, I find myself reflecting on my own journey—having been part of this incredible community for half that time. My career spans roles at major media outlets like Time Inc, Dow Jones, and Reuters, but nothing compares to the energy and culture here at TechCrunch. It’s a place where curiosity thrives, ideas collide, and everyone is passionate about shaping the future of technology.
What makes TechCrunch unique? It’s a contrarian, sharp, hilarious, and relentlessly hardworking environment. Most team members wear multiple hats, constantly pushing boundaries and challenging the status quo. This isn’t just another media company; it’s a hub of innovation and bold thinking, where questioning conventional wisdom is not only encouraged but expected.
Over the past decade, TechCrunch has had the privilege of engaging with some of the most influential figures in tech. From visionary CEOs like Sam Altman and Evan Spiegel to antitrust experts like Lina Khan, from venture capital giants such as Marc Andreessen and Serena Williams to unexpected guests like Conan O’Brien and Al Gore, our interviews have spanned the spectrum. We’ve spoken with founders working on defense tech, building consumer powerhouses, and selling software startups for billions. These conversations reveal how tech, policy, and human ambition intersect to shape our world.
Our reporting takes us everywhere—from cozy coffee shops and bustling offices to global hotspots. We’ve traveled from Lisbon, London, Berlin, Barcelona, Paris, and Davos to Lagos, Nairobi, Hong Kong, and Hangzhou. In each place, we’ve met founders who became household names and others who faced tough challenges. We’ve watched technologies that seemed dull take over entire industries, celebrated innovations that revolutionized markets, and scrutinized trends that turned out to be fleeting.
Throughout the years, we’ve covered the birth, growth, and sometimes decline of entire sectors. From startups that grew into trillion-dollar giants to new business models like subscriptions, the gig economy, and AI consolidations—our stories aim to inform, inspire, and challenge. We’ve highlighted breakthroughs that changed everything—and also called out moments that didn’t live up to expectations.
Despite the shifting landscape of media and tech, TechCrunch remains steadfast. Recently, we’ve featured interviews with Greece’s prime minister and San Francisco’s mayor, broken stories involving top VCs and startup founders, and delivered in-depth coverage of AI, cybersecurity, and more. Our commitment is stronger than ever: to deliver stories that matter, hold power accountable, and give readers an insider’s look at the next big thing.
In a time of industry flux, some predicted our demise—yet here we are, thriving after two decades. Our mission continues: to uncover the signal amid the noise, ask tough questions, and help you see around corners. We’re proud to serve a growing community of readers who believe in tech’s potential to make the world better—and trust us to tell it straight.
A heartfelt thank you to Michael Arrington for creating TechCrunch, a brand that has grown beyond expectations. Thanks also to all our supporters, including Regent, whose backing keeps us going. Though ownership has changed, our core mission remains unchanged: to deliver stories that matter and spark meaningful conversations.
Here’s to 20 years of perspective gained, and to many more decades of exploring, questioning, and inspiring. To everyone—writers, editors, sources, readers, speakers, critics, and supporters—thank you for being part of this journey. TechCrunch is a community united by a belief in the transformative power of technology, and we’re grateful to share this adventure with you. Cheers to the future!
