SKO Hub: A New Center for Startups and IT Talents in Kazakhstan Opens in Petropavlovsk

On December 6, 2024, the official opening of SKO Hub, the eighteenth regional IT hub of Kazakhstan, took place in Petropavlovsk. Created with the support of Astana Hub, the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry, and the Akimat of the North Kazakhstan Region, SKO Hub is set to become a crucial part of the region’s technological ecosystem.

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.

Aizhan Chynybayeva: It Is a Great Honor for Me to Participate in Astana Hub Projects

The head of the Committee of Women Entrepreneurs of the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of the Kyrgyz Republic, Aizhan Chynybayeva, stated that Kazakhstan serves as an example in the digital world. She shared this sentiment during the seventh plenary session of the CICA Business Council, BaigeNews.kz reports.

NeuronOil: A Kazakh Lawyer Aims to Revolutionize Geology and Energy

A global revolution in geology and energy could begin in Kazakhstan. This is not a joke or an exaggeration. The analytics system developed by the NeuronOil startup team increases the success rate of drilling and selecting geological and technical measures in the oil and gas sector from 60% to 95%, potentially saving the industry tens of billions of dollars. But even this pales compared to the prospect of a true energy revolution. With enhanced algorithms and formulas, NeuronOil can enable the search for natural hydrogen, which could theoretically become the main energy resource for our civilization for centuries.

Ulytau Hub: Digital technology and tech entrepreneurship center opens in Ulytau Region

Ulytau Hub, the seventeenth regional IT hub in Kazakhstan, has officially opened in Zhezkazgan. The center was established with the support of Astana Hub, the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry, and the Akimat of Ulytau Region. Designed to support startups, enhance tech education, and strengthen the region’s technological ecosystem, Ulytau Hub is located at 99 Abay Street and is open to all who are interested in technological innovation.

Over 6,000 Tech Specialists Trained Under the Tech Orda Program

Kazakhstanis are receiving free tech training as part of the Tech Orda program, an initiative by the Ministry of Digital Development, reports 24KZ. Interest in the program continues to grow—while 18,000 people applied last year, the number of applicants has doubled this year. Over the three years of the program, more than 6,000 tech specialists have been trained.

Applications Now Open for Second Batch of Tomorrow School, a Free Artificial Intelligence School

Astana Hub is now accepting applications for the second batch of Tomorrow School, Kazakhstan’s first artificial intelligence school. Applications are open until November 11, 2024. In the first batch, 2,880 applications were received, with 120 applicants advancing to the selection pool —a four-week intensive training designed to identify the best candidates for the main program.

How the Theory of Exponential Growth Shaped Astana Hub: A Comprehensive Interview with Magzhan Madiyev

In an exclusive interview with Digital Business, Magzhan Madiyev shared the story behind the creation of Astana Hub, the inspiration for the concept, and how the proposal was presented to Kazakhstan's top leadership. He also explained why the IT hub was established in the capital rather than in Almaty, recalling the early coworking spaces on the right bank that started it all, along with the first residents who sparked exponential growth.

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.

Social Leadership Training for North Kazakhstan Schoolchildren

On October 1, North Kazakhstan University named after M. Kozybayev hosted the Beginit Central Asia international project selection round by inDrive. This initiative aims to cultivate social leadership skills among young people in Kazakhstan. The program focuses on supporting talented students from regional areas, providing them with quality education and opportunities to develop as leaders.

Social Leaders of Pavlodar: Tenth-Graders Participate in the International Beginit Project

On September 27, the qualifying round of the international project Beginit Central Asia by inDrive took place at the Pavlodar Youth Initiatives Development Center. The program, aimed at cultivating the next generation of social leaders in Kazakhstan, provides students with opportunities to learn social leadership skills and implement initiatives that address local challenges throughout the school year.

Zhaslan Madiyev at the International IT Forum: Sharing Expertise and Strengthening Ties

Today in Dushanbe, Republic of Tajikistan, at the International IT Forum, the Minister of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Zhaslan Madiyev, spoke at the plenary session, where he presented Kazakhstan's achievements in digitalization and information technology.

Tech Orda 2024: Applications for free tech education now open

The Ministry of Digitalization has announced the opening of applications for the new cohort of the Tech Orda program. This initiative provides a unique opportunity for Kazakhstani citizens aged 18 to 45 to acquire tech skills at no cost.

Astana Hub Elevates Startups to the International Stage

Astana Hub, the leading technology park in Central Asia, plays a crucial role in the development of innovative technologies and the digital economy in the region. It offers abundant opportunities for startups and companies, aiding their growth and entry into international markets.

Astana Venture Club Celebrates First Anniversary

A gala event was held at the Astana Hub international technology park to mark the first anniversary of the Astana Venture Club, a community of business angels dedicated to investing in and supporting promising technology entrepreneurs.

TechnoWomen Forum: New Horizons of AI in Central Asia

On April 17-19, Astana hosts the international forum Technowomen Central Asia: AI Future, organized by the NGO TechnoWomen.

Extension of Deadline for Private IT Schools' Applications to Tech Orda 2024 Program

Astana Hub International Technopark announces the extension of the application deadline for private IT schools interested in participating in the Tech Orda program. Implemented with the support of the International Center for Administrative and Administrative Arts of the Republic of Kazakhstan, this program offers private IT schools an opportunity to submit their applications until April 15 via the official website astanahub.com.

Mangystau Hub: another regional IT hub opens in Kazakhstan

In the city of Aktau, located in the Mangystau region, the regional technology park Mangystau Hub has been inaugurated. This marks the establishment of the 13th regional hub overseen by Astana Hub.

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