MENA – A Blue Ocean for Startups: Aslan Sultanov, Yousef Alsayed

In the 15th episode of the Hub Talks podcast, experts explored the potential of the MENA region (Middle East and North Africa) for startups from Central Asia and the Caucasus.

The World’s Largest Multi-Location Hackathon, Decentrathon 2.0, Launches in Kazakhstan

Today, October 18, 2024, Decentrathon 2.0, the world’s largest multi-location hackathon, kicked off in Kazakhstan with a $50,000 prize pool from leading industry players. The event is organized by the Blockchain & AI Technology Center (BAITC) in collaboration with Astana Hub, supported by the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Aktau Hosts Qualifying Round of International Project on Social Leadership Development

On October 17, the qualifying round of the international project Beginit Central Asia by inDrive for schoolchildren took place at Yessenov University in Aktau.

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EA Group investment holding has made its first international investment in the German startup A4ord, operating at the intersection of the services and fintech markets. The holding acted as a strateg

Stay in Kazakhstan to Explore Astana Hub

In an interview with Kazinform, Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan expressed his interest in fostering cooperation with Kazakhstan. He highlighted that he extended his stay in the country specifically to explore the latest innovations and technologies at Astana Hub and in the fintech sector.

The Republic of Kazakhstan is gradually becoming a steadily developing center of technological progress in the region. From the development of innovative coding and fintech platforms, to advanced me

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Zhaslan Madiyev Introduces Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan to Astana Hub’s Innovative Ecosystem

During his official visit to Kazakhstan, Armenian President Vahagn Khachaturyan visited the international tech park Astana Hub. He was welcomed by Kazakhstan’s Minister of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry, Zhaslan Madiyev, who introduced him to the digital infrastructure of Astana Hub.

Prometei: a startup that enables earning on marketplaces without owning any products

Sellers on marketplaces face some big challenges. Some invest millions and can’t sell their products, while others struggle to balance e-commerce with their day jobs. With seven years of experience in the marketplace industry, Daulet Batyrbek has seen it all. During this time, he became an official retailer for Marvel and even reached out to Jeff Bezos about issues with Amazon. With this wealth of experience, Daulet decided to become a modern-day Prometheus—bringing fire to the people—and founded Prometei. This B2B aggregator connects sellers with suppliers and marketplaces. In an exclusive interview with ER10 Media, he shared how his startup is solving some of the biggest problems in e-commerce.

Tech Orda Program Launch: Over 35,000 Applications from Kazakhstan

Astana Hub International Tech Park has announced the launch of a new stream for the Tech Orda program, designed to train Kazakh citizens in tech specialties. This year, the program received a record-breaking 35,764 applications, highlighting a strong interest in tech careers.

In the photo: Alexey Sharavar (QazCode) and Aydin Toibayev (DAR Tech) IT companies QazCode and DAR Tech signed a memorandum of cooperation. This event highlights the desire of organizations to s

 The third stream of the VC Bootcamp course starts on November 25, 2024!  Join the 6-day intensive organized by BGlobal Ventures, Silkroad Innovation Hub, and the Eurasian School of Business and

On October 10, 2024, the IDEA BATTLE competition ended at the Mangystau Hub. The competition was organized with the support of the international technopark of IT startups "Astana Hub". The main p

В Актобе стартовал отбор для школьников, стремящихся стать социальными лидерами

В Aqtobe Hub прошёл отборочный тур международного образовательного проекта Beginit Central Asia by inDrive. В рамках мероприятия десятиклассники имели возможность продемонстрировать свои навыки и претендовать на бесплатное поступление в новый университет Алматы.

Astana Hub Hosts Forum for Women in Tech

Astana Hub recently hosted the CodeQueens Tech Kurultai, a dynamic gathering that brought together startups, inspiring speakers, and seasoned mentors. This unique event provided a platform for women in tech to exchange ideas, share experiences, and build valuable connections.

Serbian Delegation Explores Kazakhstan’s Tech Ecosystem

In preparation for the upcoming EXPO 2027, a Serbian media delegation visited key sites within Kazakhstan’s tech ecosystem, including Astana Hub and the International Financial Center. The visitors were introduced to the tech park’s infrastructure and innovative projects.

Central Asian Innovation Hubs Alliance Debuts on the International Stage

The largest technoparks in Central Asia—Astana Hub and IT Park Uzbekistan—presented themselves under the joint brand Central Asian Innovation Hubs at the INMerge Innovation Summit in Baku, Azerbaijan. At the summit, eight startups from the region showcased their projects in a pitching session for investors, highlighting their accomplishments and potential for international partnerships.