Each startup had exactly one minute to pitch its project and demonstrate its uniqueness, scalability potential and market readiness. Based on the results, 14 startups were selected to compete in the finals on October 3 on the forum’s main stage for a total prize fund of $125,000.
Finalists of the Astana Hub Battle 2025 Semifinals:
Mirai Tech – a DeepTech startup from Kazakhstan developing AI-powered wearable sensors for sports and rehabilitation with self-sustained energy.
Yaya – an AI-powered all-in-one platform for children’s development.
Hemo.Labs – an AI-driven preventive assistant for early disease detection and lifestyle optimization.
NeuroGuard AI – early detection of brain diseases and AI-driven drug discovery aimed at slowing and reversing brain aging.
Moon.AI – an AI-based operating system for SMEs offering ready-to-use “digital employees” that learn from company data and work 24/7.
WeGlobal.AI – an EdTech startup using AI for career guidance and psychological support to unlock students’ full potential.
eXpace Technology – a platform developing innovative solutions for optimizing parking and infrastructure to support a sustainable future.
flection.ai – a web platform offering AI-based therapeutic games for post-stroke rehabilitation, tracking hand movements using a standard webcam.
OpenSpot – a smart parking solution.
MindShield – a mobile app and bracelet for early diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.
CYPERPACK.AI – an ecosystem (kits + mobile app + methodology) for preparing future scientists and engineers through research-driven STEAM education.
MacDent – a cloud-based SaaS+AI ERP/CRM platform for dental clinics and medical centers.
Oina AI – an AI platform for creating interactive presentations within minutes.
AIGINEER – a platform that builds AI agents and digital engineers to automate processes in construction and engineering.
Astana Hub Battle offers participants a unique opportunity to connect with venture investors, international corporations, accelerators and media. The competition targets startups with a ready product at the MVP or PMF stage and plays a key role in Kazakhstan’s strategy to develop tech entrepreneurship and strengthen the innovation ecosystem.
Digital Bridge is the largest technology forum in Central Asia, held with the participation of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. This year’s main theme is Generative Nation, reflecting the country’s vision of building a knowledge-driven society powered by technology and human capital.
The forum is organized by the International Innovation Cluster Astana Hub in partnership with the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of Kazakhstan and the Akimat of Astana.
This year’s forum is made possible thanks to the support of partners and sponsors, with all expenses covered by sponsorship funds. General partner: Freedom Bank Kazakhstan. Gold partners: Kaspi.kz, Yandex Qazaqstan and Kazakhtelecom. Silver partner: Transtelecom. Bronze partners: BI Group, Baiterek National Managing Holding, Eurasian Bank, Ozon, Tengizchevroil. Innovation partner: inDrive, a global platform for urban and transport services. Information partners: CITIX, Musan Group, EcoGenMedia, MYD, Visit Astana.
Each startup had exactly one minute to pitch its project and demonstrate its uniqueness, scalability potential and market readiness. Based on the results, 14 startups were selected to compete in the finals on October 3 on the forum’s main stage for a total prize fund of $125,000.
Finalists of the Astana Hub Battle 2025 Semifinals:
Mirai Tech – a DeepTech startup from Kazakhstan developing AI-powered wearable sensors for sports and rehabilitation with self-sustained energy.
Yaya – an AI-powered all-in-one platform for children’s development.
Hemo.Labs – an AI-driven preventive assistant for early disease detection and lifestyle optimization.
NeuroGuard AI – early detection of brain diseases and AI-driven drug discovery aimed at slowing and reversing brain aging.
Moon.AI – an AI-based operating system for SMEs offering ready-to-use “digital employees” that learn from company data and work 24/7.
WeGlobal.AI – an EdTech startup using AI for career guidance and psychological support to unlock students’ full potential.
eXpace Technology – a platform developing innovative solutions for optimizing parking and infrastructure to support a sustainable future.
flection.ai – a web platform offering AI-based therapeutic games for post-stroke rehabilitation, tracking hand movements using a standard webcam.
OpenSpot – a smart parking solution.
MindShield – a mobile app and bracelet for early diagnosis of Parkinson’s disease.
CYPERPACK.AI – an ecosystem (kits + mobile app + methodology) for preparing future scientists and engineers through research-driven STEAM education.
MacDent – a cloud-based SaaS+AI ERP/CRM platform for dental clinics and medical centers.
Oina AI – an AI platform for creating interactive presentations within minutes.
AIGINEER – a platform that builds AI agents and digital engineers to automate processes in construction and engineering.
Astana Hub Battle offers participants a unique opportunity to connect with venture investors, international corporations, accelerators and media. The competition targets startups with a ready product at the MVP or PMF stage and plays a key role in Kazakhstan’s strategy to develop tech entrepreneurship and strengthen the innovation ecosystem.
Digital Bridge is the largest technology forum in Central Asia, held with the participation of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. This year’s main theme is Generative Nation, reflecting the country’s vision of building a knowledge-driven society powered by technology and human capital.
The forum is organized by the International Innovation Cluster Astana Hub in partnership with the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of Kazakhstan and the Akimat of Astana.
This year’s forum is made possible thanks to the support of partners and sponsors, with all expenses covered by sponsorship funds. General partner: Freedom Bank Kazakhstan. Gold partners: Kaspi.kz, Yandex Qazaqstan and Kazakhtelecom. Silver partner: Transtelecom. Bronze partners: BI Group, Baiterek National Managing Holding, Eurasian Bank, Ozon, Tengizchevroil. Innovation partner: inDrive, a global platform for urban and transport services. Information partners: CITIX, Musan Group, EcoGenMedia, MYD, Visit Astana.
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