On July 3, the Opening Day of the third cohort of the Astana Innovations Accelerator took place at the Alem.AI International Center. The program helps AI and technology startups move from ideas and pilot projects to practical implementation within the capital's urban infrastructure.
This year, interest in the program more than doubled. Out of 350 applications, 29 startups were selected for the accelerator, offering solutions based on artificial intelligence, Smart City technologies, and digital innovation. The projects cover key aspects of urban life, including transportation and mobility, public safety, healthcare, education, environmental sustainability, tourism, urban infrastructure, business services, and assistive technologies.
Astana Innovations Accelerator has become one of the key instruments for the practical deployment of artificial intelligence in the urban environment. Through the program, startups gain the opportunity to test their solutions on real city challenges, collaborate with experts, municipal authorities, potential customers, and investors, and prepare their products for further scaling.
"Today, competition between countries increasingly depends on their ability to develop their own technologies and rapidly deploy them across key industries. That is why it is essential for us to invest not only in AI infrastructure but also in building strong technology companies. Astana Innovations Accelerator shortens the path from idea to implementation and creates the conditions for Kazakhstani innovations to become part of the economy and successfully compete in global markets," said Zhaslan Madiyev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The Opening Day brought together representatives of government agencies, technology companies, the startup community, and Kazakhstan's innovation ecosystem. Among the participants were Zhaslan Madiyev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Yevgeny Glotov, Deputy Akim of Astana; Magzhan Madiyev, CEO of Astana Hub; and Maksat Koshumbayev, Regional Director of Presight AI Kazakhstan.
"Today, it is important for the city not only to support innovation but to bring strong technological solutions to real-world implementation. Every project we develop, support, and deploy is aimed at addressing the actual needs of residents and making the urban environment more convenient, safer, and more modern. Astana Innovations Accelerator connects the potential of AI startups with the real challenges of the capital," said Yevgeny Glotov, Deputy Akim of Astana.
Participants of the third cohort will complete an acceleration program featuring expert mentorship, educational tracks, access to testing opportunities within the city's infrastructure, and the chance to present their projects to potential customers and investors.
Maksat Koshumbayev, Regional Director of Presight AI in Kazakhstan and Central Asia, introduced the global Presight AI Accelerator program, designed to identify and scale promising AI solutions from around the world. The second cohort of the program included 12 AI companies selected from 376 applications across 62 countries, including the Kazakhstani company TrustExam, demonstrating the strong potential of Kazakhstan's AI ecosystem and the competitiveness of its AI solutions on the global stage.
"Supporting startups and fostering the AI ecosystem are strategic priorities for Presight. We are pleased that participants of Astana Innovations Accelerator will gain access to Presight's international expertise and become eligible for our global accelerator. An equally important role in advancing the AI ecosystem is played by the Presight R&D Lab, which serves as a platform for developing, testing, and piloting cutting-edge AI solutions," said Maksat Koshumbayev.
This year, the program places even greater emphasis on practical implementation, helping startups move beyond pilot projects toward the deployment of AI and digital solutions in the urban environment. The best teams will also have the opportunity to present their projects through partner acceleration programs in China, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates, providing access to new markets, expertise, investors, and international technology ecosystems.
The program is implemented by the Akimat of Astana, in partnership with the international innovation cluster Astana Hub and Astana Innovations JSC, with the support of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Program partners include Silkroad Innovation Hub, Presight AI Kazakhstan, and Khan Tengri Innovation Hub.
Startups Selected for the Third Cohort
- QOLDAM – Digital platform for automating utility debt collection.
- Seer Labs (Seer City) – AI platform for predicting infrastructure failures and identifying risks in urban infrastructure.
- ZhanCare.AI – AI platform for digitizing patient journeys and healthcare services.
- JINAQ – AI-powered career guidance platform for school students and human capital development.
- EpiQ AI – AI system for forecasting healthcare facilities' demand for medical supplies and laboratory reagents.
- Neuralese – Educational platform for practical AI training.
- SkillPass – AI platform for automating occupational safety, fire safety, and industrial compliance.
- RIVIXI Enterprise – AI platform for monitoring and predicting failures in municipal pipeline networks.
- Tengri Adaptive Gateway – Intelligent system for securing and optimizing urban data infrastructure.
- OnayOQU – AI-powered personalized learning platform for school students.
- ParkKing – Real-time parking space availability service.
- Tanu.AI – AI platform for career guidance and personalized education and career planning.
- EZPECS – Digital support system for children with special educational needs.
- UNEET – Digital platform for monitoring the execution of municipal projects and contractor performance.
- AIQALAM – AI platform for automated assessment of students' written assignments.
- APRIL HUB – Early identification platform for children with special educational needs.
- Astana Dynamics – Robotic platform for urban infrastructure patrol and monitoring.
- eFerma – Digital pre-order platform connecting farmers with urban markets.
- Qurylys Vision – AI system for construction monitoring and project progress control.
- NeuroWatch AI – Video analytics system for automatic detection of hazardous and emergency situations.
- PaaS REZVO – Cloud-based business automation, booking, and CRM platform.
- DPSY – AI platform for mental health monitoring and early psychological risk detection.
- OpenSpot – Intelligent IoT platform for smart parking management.
- RouteX – Digital platform for freight transportation and logistics management.
- Úmit – Assistive device enabling hands-free control of wheelchairs and digital devices.
- Welcome Platform – Digital platform for tourism analytics and destination management.
- TrafficData – Platform for traffic flow analysis and digital road infrastructure management.
On July 3, the Opening Day of the third cohort of the Astana Innovations Accelerator took place at the Alem.AI International Center. The program helps AI and technology startups move from ideas and pilot projects to practical implementation within the capital's urban infrastructure.
This year, interest in the program more than doubled. Out of 350 applications, 29 startups were selected for the accelerator, offering solutions based on artificial intelligence, Smart City technologies, and digital innovation. The projects cover key aspects of urban life, including transportation and mobility, public safety, healthcare, education, environmental sustainability, tourism, urban infrastructure, business services, and assistive technologies.
Astana Innovations Accelerator has become one of the key instruments for the practical deployment of artificial intelligence in the urban environment. Through the program, startups gain the opportunity to test their solutions on real city challenges, collaborate with experts, municipal authorities, potential customers, and investors, and prepare their products for further scaling.
"Today, competition between countries increasingly depends on their ability to develop their own technologies and rapidly deploy them across key industries. That is why it is essential for us to invest not only in AI infrastructure but also in building strong technology companies. Astana Innovations Accelerator shortens the path from idea to implementation and creates the conditions for Kazakhstani innovations to become part of the economy and successfully compete in global markets," said Zhaslan Madiyev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
The Opening Day brought together representatives of government agencies, technology companies, the startup community, and Kazakhstan's innovation ecosystem. Among the participants were Zhaslan Madiyev, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Yevgeny Glotov, Deputy Akim of Astana; Magzhan Madiyev, CEO of Astana Hub; and Maksat Koshumbayev, Regional Director of Presight AI Kazakhstan.
"Today, it is important for the city not only to support innovation but to bring strong technological solutions to real-world implementation. Every project we develop, support, and deploy is aimed at addressing the actual needs of residents and making the urban environment more convenient, safer, and more modern. Astana Innovations Accelerator connects the potential of AI startups with the real challenges of the capital," said Yevgeny Glotov, Deputy Akim of Astana.
Participants of the third cohort will complete an acceleration program featuring expert mentorship, educational tracks, access to testing opportunities within the city's infrastructure, and the chance to present their projects to potential customers and investors.
Maksat Koshumbayev, Regional Director of Presight AI in Kazakhstan and Central Asia, introduced the global Presight AI Accelerator program, designed to identify and scale promising AI solutions from around the world. The second cohort of the program included 12 AI companies selected from 376 applications across 62 countries, including the Kazakhstani company TrustExam, demonstrating the strong potential of Kazakhstan's AI ecosystem and the competitiveness of its AI solutions on the global stage.
"Supporting startups and fostering the AI ecosystem are strategic priorities for Presight. We are pleased that participants of Astana Innovations Accelerator will gain access to Presight's international expertise and become eligible for our global accelerator. An equally important role in advancing the AI ecosystem is played by the Presight R&D Lab, which serves as a platform for developing, testing, and piloting cutting-edge AI solutions," said Maksat Koshumbayev.
This year, the program places even greater emphasis on practical implementation, helping startups move beyond pilot projects toward the deployment of AI and digital solutions in the urban environment. The best teams will also have the opportunity to present their projects through partner acceleration programs in China, the United States, and the United Arab Emirates, providing access to new markets, expertise, investors, and international technology ecosystems.
The program is implemented by the Akimat of Astana, in partnership with the international innovation cluster Astana Hub and Astana Innovations JSC, with the support of the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan. Program partners include Silkroad Innovation Hub, Presight AI Kazakhstan, and Khan Tengri Innovation Hub.
Startups Selected for the Third Cohort
- QOLDAM – Digital platform for automating utility debt collection.
- Seer Labs (Seer City) – AI platform for predicting infrastructure failures and identifying risks in urban infrastructure.
- ZhanCare.AI – AI platform for digitizing patient journeys and healthcare services.
- JINAQ – AI-powered career guidance platform for school students and human capital development.
- EpiQ AI – AI system for forecasting healthcare facilities' demand for medical supplies and laboratory reagents.
- Neuralese – Educational platform for practical AI training.
- SkillPass – AI platform for automating occupational safety, fire safety, and industrial compliance.
- RIVIXI Enterprise – AI platform for monitoring and predicting failures in municipal pipeline networks.
- Tengri Adaptive Gateway – Intelligent system for securing and optimizing urban data infrastructure.
- OnayOQU – AI-powered personalized learning platform for school students.
- ParkKing – Real-time parking space availability service.
- Tanu.AI – AI platform for career guidance and personalized education and career planning.
- EZPECS – Digital support system for children with special educational needs.
- UNEET – Digital platform for monitoring the execution of municipal projects and contractor performance.
- AIQALAM – AI platform for automated assessment of students' written assignments.
- APRIL HUB – Early identification platform for children with special educational needs.
- Astana Dynamics – Robotic platform for urban infrastructure patrol and monitoring.
- eFerma – Digital pre-order platform connecting farmers with urban markets.
- Qurylys Vision – AI system for construction monitoring and project progress control.
- NeuroWatch AI – Video analytics system for automatic detection of hazardous and emergency situations.
- PaaS REZVO – Cloud-based business automation, booking, and CRM platform.
- DPSY – AI platform for mental health monitoring and early psychological risk detection.
- OpenSpot – Intelligent IoT platform for smart parking management.
- RouteX – Digital platform for freight transportation and logistics management.
- Úmit – Assistive device enabling hands-free control of wheelchairs and digital devices.
- Welcome Platform – Digital platform for tourism analytics and destination management.
- TrafficData – Platform for traffic flow analysis and digital road infrastructure management.
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