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Astana Hub

April 1, 2025 12:29

Central Asian Innovation Hubs Set Global Goals: New International Offices, $10 Billion in Tech Exports, and Over 8 Unicorns by 2030

This year, the largest technology parks in Central Asia—Astana Hub and IT Park Uzbekistan—will open new international hubs in China and the United Arab Emirates as part of their joint initiative under the Central Asian Innovation Hubs brand. They will also expand participation in major global tech forums and aim to generate more than $10 billion in tech exports and create over eight unicorns by 2030.
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Astana Hub

March 20, 2025 11:29

From Silicon Valley to Singapore: How Kazakhstanis Are Building Global Tech Hubs

In celebration of Nauryz, Astana Hub is highlighting the global tech hubs led by Kazakhstanis that are opening new doors for Central Asian startups. These international platforms help innovation-driven companies access global markets, secure investment, and build valuable partnerships.
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Astana Hub

March 17, 2025 10:56

AI’preneurs: Applications Open for AI-Focused Accelerator Program

Astana Hub has officially launched the call for applications for the next cohort of AI’preneurs, an accelerator program designed to bring together talented specialists and form strong teams to build innovative artificial intelligence (AI) solutions.
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Astana Hub

March 12, 2025 09:33

290 Specialists Trained in AI and GameDev: Kazakh Schoolchildren Now Creating Their Own Tech Products

Kazakhstan has completed a pilot training program for digital technology educators as part of a dedicated track within the Tech Orda initiative. A total of 290 participants—including 167 schoolteachers and 123 trainers from the National Center for Professional Development “Orleu”—have now incorporated artificial intelligence and game development tools into their educational practices.
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Astana Hub

Feb. 18, 2025 17:49

Astana Hub and Women in Tech Kazakhstan Join Forces to Address Barriers for Women Founders

Astana Hub in collaboration with Women in Tech Kazakhstan chapter, hosted an online facilitation session dedicated to identifying and addressing the challenges faced by women founders in Kazakhstan’s startup ecosystem.
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Astana Hub

Jan. 29, 2025 09:18

Startup Ecosystem Awards 2024: Kazakhstan Once Again Leads Central Asia’s Startup Ecosystem

The international StartupBlink ranking, which evaluates startup ecosystems worldwide, has once again confirmed Kazakhstan’s leadership in Central Asia. The country secured the top position in the region and strengthened its global standing, ranking among the top 75 startup ecosystems in the world.
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Astana Hub

Jan. 20, 2025 12:48

Interview with the CEO of Astana Hub Magzhan Madiyev on Euronews

The international technology park Astana Hub actively supports the development of fintech companies and innovative solutions in the country. CEO Magzhan Madiyev shared with Euronews how startups gain unique opportunities through acceleration programs, tax incentives, and access to international markets.
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Astana Hub

Dec. 31, 2024 10:28

Kazakh Startups in the USA

Central Eurasia is stepping onto the global technology market! Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and neighboring countries are emerging as a region that is just beginning to unfold for investors, yet already impresses with its potential.
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Astana Hub

Dec. 23, 2024 15:28

Results of Hero Training: Kazakh Startup Named "Best Draper University Team 2024"

The results of the third cohort of the Hero Training program, implemented in partnership with Draper University, were announced at Astana Hub. Over the course of five weeks, startups enhanced their products, established partnerships with companies from the UAE, Kyrgyzstan, and other countries, and secured deals in the U.S. market.
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Astana Hub

Dec. 20, 2024 17:37

Astana Hub Hosts Invest Day with Big Sky Capital, Focusing on Women Co-Founded Startups in Central Asia

Astana Hub, in collaboration with IT Park Uzbekistan and the High Technology Park of the Kyrgyz Republic, hosted the Invest Day. This event was dedicated to empowering women-led startups from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.

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Astana Hub

Dec. 12, 2024 09:00

Kassym-Jomart Tokayev: Astana Hub and Alem.AI Should Become a Real Innovation Factory

President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev, visited the innovative ecosystem Astana Hub and was introduced to the concept of the Alem.AI Artificial Intelligence Center, which will be located in the Nur Alem area.
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Astana Hub

Dec. 2, 2024 12:12

StartUp Academy: TikTok and Astana Hub Sum Up Results of Educational Initiative for Startups

TikTok, in partnership with Central Asia’s largest technology park, Astana Hub, summed up the results of the large-scale educational program TikTok StartUp Academy, held for the third year in a row. The project helps startups gain new knowledge in digital marketing and fully realize the potential of TikTok as a platform for business promotion and growth. This year, it brought together startups from Kazakhstan, Azerbaijan, Kyrgyzstan, and Uzbekistan.
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Astana Hub

Nov. 29, 2024 16:20

Kazakhstan’s Startup Oasis: A Talented Tech Pool Takes On Silicon Valley

Kazakhstan is largest landlocked country in the world and the largest economy in Central Asia, accounting for over 61% of the region’s GDP and boasting the highest GDP per capita. Rich with nomadic history and a fusion of traditional and modern architecture, Kazakhstan stands as a cornerstone of economic development and political stability in the region, offering a friendly, safe environment that fosters innovation and provides an ideal foundation for IT companies to grow and thrive.
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Astana Hub

Nov. 28, 2024 10:06

A New Public Service Launched on the Single Window of the National Innovation System: Accreditation of Scientific and Technical Activity Subjects

As of November 21, 2024, obtaining the public service "Accreditation of subjects of scientific and (or) scientific-technical activity" has become simpler and more accessible with its launch on the Single Window of the National Innovation System at astanahub.com.
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Astana Hub

Nov. 27, 2024 11:23

Training of IT specialists, export of information technologies, AI training: Government considers IT industry development issues

Minister of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry Zhaslan Madiyev at the Government session reported on the ongoing work on the development of the IT-industry.
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Astana Hub

Nov. 27, 2024 10:15

Olzhas Bektenov instructs akims to create digital infrastructure in regions to support IT specialists

The Government session chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov considered the issues of development of the digital industry of Kazakhstan.
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Astana Hub

Nov. 27, 2024 10:00

AI'preneurs Results: Participants Launch 21 Startups, with 7 Securing Funding

The AI'preneurs acceleration program, designed to foster AI-focused startup development, attracted 250 applications, from which 50 talented specialists—developers, engineers, managers, and entrepreneurs—were selected to participate. During the program, participants launched 21 startups, 9 of which successfully completed the acceleration process, with 7 top-performing teams receiving funding under the Seed Money program.
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Astana Hub

Nov. 25, 2024 11:04

The Country's Digital Future: 10 Regions Host Large-Scale IT Forums

Regional forums on digitalization were held across Kazakhstan in cities including Kostanay, Kokshetau, Taldykorgan, Uralsk, Taraz, Ust-Kamenogorsk, Shymkent, Kyzylorda, Semey, and Petropavlovsk, attracting more than 3,000 participants. These forums served as vital platforms for exchanging experiences, discussing contemporary trends, and advancing digital transformation efforts across the regions.
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Astana Hub

Nov. 25, 2024 11:00

Olzhas Bektenov: Tech Services Exports in Kazakhstan Surge from $30 Million to $600 Million in Five Years

Kazakhstan's Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov recently met with Arkady Dobkin, Chairman of the Board of Directors, CEO, and President of EPAM Systems, one of the largest American technology companies, to discuss cooperation in digitalization, tech education, and the advancement of Kazakhstan’s technological ecosystem.
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Astana Hub

Nov. 20, 2024 18:00

Astana Smart City Results: Top 10 Startups Improving Life in the Capital

The Astana Digitalization and Public Services Department, in collaboration with Astana Hub and Astana Innovations, has successfully concluded the Astana Smart City Accelerator program. This initiative focuses on integrating cutting-edge technologies into key aspects of urban infrastructure. On November 20, the program culminated in the Demo Day event, where participants showcased their innovative solutions that are already enhancing the quality of life in the city.
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