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Jan. 24, 2025 10:23

Astana Hub Resident CodiPlay Secures $9M to Expand in the MENA Region

Kazakhstani edtech startup CodiPlay has successfully raised $9 million in a Series A funding round at a $100 million valuation. The round attracted a group of investors from Saudi Arabia, the UAE, and Qatar, including the Senior Executive Vice President for Strategy at Qatar National Bank, renowned business angel Christian Eichner, and the private equity fund Global Capital. This investment will enable CodiPlay to strengthen its presence in the MENA region, specifically in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, and Qatar—countries with strong economies and low inflation rates.
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Astana Hub

Jan. 24, 2025 09:21

Kazakhstan’s Grand Mobile Reaches 60 Million Players

Kazakhstani IT company Grand Mobile launched its mobile role-playing game Grand Mobile at the end of 2022, and it has now attracted over 60 million players. The company’s founder and CTO, Roman Lineytsev, shared this milestone during a government meeting in Kazakhstan.
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Astana Hub

Jan. 23, 2025 13:31

Kazakhstani Company, Astana Hub Resident, Recognized Among the World’s Best Startups by Google

Higgsfield AI, an artificial intelligence company founded by Kazakhstani engineers, has been named one of the top 25 startups globally by Google.
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Astana Hub

Jan. 21, 2025 14:51

Vote for Our Own: Kazakhstani Startups Compete for $1 Million on the Global Stage of Meet the Drapers

Four Kazakhstani startups—residents of Astana Hub—have entered the global arena to compete for a $1 million prize in the prestigious reality show Meet the Drapers. This unique competition brings together 44 of the world’s most promising startups, each presenting their innovations to the legendary Draper family of investors.
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Astana Hub

Jan. 21, 2025 14:42

Development of IT Exports: Prime Minister Instructs Support for Domestic Developers and Greater Efforts to Attract Major International Players

During a meeting of the Government chaired by Prime Minister Olzhas Bektenov, issues related to expanding exports of IT services and products were discussed. Minister of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry Zhaslan Madiyev delivered the main report, with additional comments provided by representatives of IT companies: Netcracker Technology’s Technical Director Pavel Gorodov, Higgsfield AI CEO Yerzat Dulat, and Grand Mobile CEO Roman Lineytsev.
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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

Jan. 20, 2025 11:39

Winners of AI Quest 2.0: 20 iPhone 15 Recipients Announced

Astana Hub has summed up the results of the AI Quest 2.0 educational project dedicated to the study of artificial intelligence (AI). A total of 1,892 participants from all regions of Kazakhstan took part in the quest, and 20 lucky winners, one from each region, received the grand prizes — iPhone 15.
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Astana Hub

Jan. 17, 2025 11:56

AI Skills Accelerator for Girls: Workshop on Artificial Intelligence for Women

In February 2025, Astana will host the unique program AI Skills Accelerator for Girls, organized by ITU — the leading UN agency for information technologies, and consulting company Ernst & Young (EY). On February 6 and 7, a workshop will be held at Astana Hub as part of the program, aimed at helping girls and young women master future technologies, unlock their potential, and contribute to the global development of artificial intelligence.
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Astana Hub

Jan. 15, 2025 17:46

President of Kazakhstan: AlemAI Will Unite the Best Global Practices and Promote the Implementation of Innovative Solutions

During his working visit to the UAE, President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev participated in a meeting with experts on the development of artificial intelligence (AI).
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Astana Hub

Jan. 15, 2025 16:20

ZIZ INC: Digitizing Kazakhstan with Ready-Made Solutions

The era of digitalization is already here, yet some entrepreneurs and employees fail to take it seriously. They continue running their businesses manually, either avoiding new technologies or finding them unaffordable. Startup ZIZ INC aims to change this by offering ready-made solutions that are accessible and budget-friendly for businesses of all sizes, from small enterprises to government organizations. Founder of ZIZ INC, Ablai Zhusipbek, shares insights about how Kazakhstanis can interact with AI in the metaverse and the challenges modern entrepreneurs face.
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