Innovation ecosystem

Astana Hub is the place where ideas, technologies, and people come together

For startups

For IT companies

For innovators

For professionals

+2500 companies

local and international, among the participants of Astana Hub

₸2,8 tn.

total revenue generated by Astana Hub participants

$2 bln

export revenue generated by Astana Hub participants

$998 mln

investments raised by Astana Hub participants

Popular programs

We drive Central Eurasia’s tech growth by connecting entrepreneurs and businesses with key opportunities.

Премии в области науки

Конкурс на соискание именных премий в области науки за 2026 год

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Государственная научная стипендия

Конкурс на соискание государственных стипендий в области науки за 2026 год

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ML School Kazakhstan: Two-Year Program in AI and Machine Learning

ML School Kazakhstan is a two-year training program for specialists in machine learning and artificial intelligence. The program is designed for students and professionals in IT, mathematics, and technical fields with a strong foundational background, as well as graduates of Tomorrow School. Participants will master modern ML technologies ranging from classic machine learning to neural networks, Computer Vision, and LLMs. The curriculum is built on academic approaches and expertise from the Yandex School of Data Analysis. Lectures and seminars will be conducted by Yandex experts, technical university faculty, and researchers in AI and ML. The program also includes practical assignments, networking with ML specialists, and project work. The selection process consists of two stages: 1. Online Testing Tasks in mathematics and programming. 2. In-Person Interview Candidates with the best test results will be invited. Selection will evaluate knowledge of linear algebra, algorithms, statistics, and calculus. Application deadline: October 8, 2026.

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Latest news

Oct. 3, 2026, 8:01 p.m.

AI & Digital Bridge 2026’s Flagship Startup Battle Concludes: Astana Hub Battle Winners Announced

Oct. 3, 2026, 6:26 p.m.

From Quantity to Revenue and International Sales: Key Findings of the First National Study of Kazakhstan's Startups

Oct. 3, 2026, 6:03 p.m.

Gamepreneurs Teams Showcase Their Games at Expert Review Session During AI & Digital Bridge 2026

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Upcoming events

06 Oct, 17:00 Petropavl

🚀 AI BATTLE: Smart Region Edition

On October 6, the M. Kozybayev SKU will host AI BATTLE: Smart Region Edition, a pitching of projects created to solve real—world problems in the North Kazakhstan region using artificial intelligence and modern technologies.

The participants will present their developments to experts, talk about their solutions and show how AI can be applied to the development of the region.

🏆 The prize fund is 150,000 ₸🤖 AI + real region challenges👥 10 teams🎤 Pitching projects in front of experts💡 Smart Region solutions🤝 Networking with experts and the IT community

, October 6th

⏰ 17:00–19:00

M. Kozybaev Moscow State University, 86B Pushkin St., new building, Tomorrow School office

AI BATTLE is an opportunity to present your project, get feedback from experts, share experiences with other participants and show the potential of your solution for the region.

06 Oct, 17:00 Semei

Semey hub: Night Battle startup battle at Semey Hub

450,000 RUBLES FOR THE BEST AI STARTUPS!

🌙 NIGHT BATTLE — startup battle at Semey Hub

Do you have an idea for a startup using artificial intelligence? Present her at the Night Battle and compete for the total prize pool of 450,000!!

, October 6 , 2026

⏰ 17:00

📍 Semey Hub

In 4 minutes, the participants will have to present their project, show its value and explain how AI is used in solving the problem.

Terms of participation:

• AI in the project is a prerequisite;

• you can participate alone or as a team;

• project presentation — 4 minutes;

• 💰 the total prize pool is 450,000 ₸;

• projects that have previously won prizes in competitions of other regional IT hubs are not allowed to participate.;

• Participants must be 18 years of age or older;

• To qualify, you must submit a project presentation.

The deadline for submitting presentations is October 4, 23:59.

IMPORTANT: applications are accepted strictly through the Google form attached to the Semey Hub Instagram profile

AI Month

AI Month is a month of key events in the field of artificial intelligence and technology, taking place in Kazakhstan from September 23 to October 23, 2026.