The selected startups have been deployed in state clinics, schools, public transport, and city infrastructure services in Astana. These solutions optimize the operations of medical institutions, reduce the workload on doctors, improve safety in educational and social facilities, conserve resources, and enhance city services.

“These technologies have already demonstrated their effectiveness. They simplify the lives of city residents while making the city safer, greener, and more convenient. We are proud that Astana is becoming a hub for innovations that can be scaled globally,” said Tanat Uskembayev, Managing Director of Astana Hub.

The program generated significant interest within the tech community. Out of 128 applications, 107 startups passed the initial selection, and finalists received up to 5 million tenge in funding through Astana Hub’s Seed Money program. Participants also benefited from expert guidance and access to infrastructure for testing their solutions under real-world conditions.

Startups Presented at Demo Day:

• Protector AI – An artificial intelligence system that analyzes video footage to detect violent events, such as impacts, falls, or jolts.
• AdsIQ – An AI-driven system for managing content and advertisements on public transport monitors.
• SPLASH – An eco-friendly mobile car wash solution enabling vehicle cleaning anywhere in the city without environmental harm.
• HOOOD – A digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising platform offering small and medium-sized businesses a flexible tool for launching and adjusting campaigns in real-time.
• Autism Spectrum – A mobile application tailored for children with autism and their parents, designed for the local audience in Kazakhstan.
• Rationeel – A hybrid cloud solution and mobile app focused on business process digitalization and data collection optimization.
• i-ConS – A mobile application with a web interface that simplifies construction and repair project management, budget control, and material tracking.
• Green Cars – A company building electric vehicle infrastructure in Kazakhstan, providing an IT platform and charging station network.
• Hi Doctor – An expert clinical decision support system serving as a clinical assistant for doctors.
• qMed – A platform for managing chronic non-communicable diseases, including diabetes, hypertension, and chronic heart failure.

The Astana Smart City Accelerator program has not only demonstrated the practical benefits of incorporating advanced technologies into the urban environment but also laid the groundwork for Astana’s emergence as a digital technology hub. The success of these pilot projects shows that technology can address pressing urban challenges and improve the quality of life for residents. The next steps include scaling the most effective solutions to other regions of Kazakhstan and expanding into international markets, further solidifying Astana’s position as a model smart city and innovation leader.