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China is preparing for the mass deployment of autonomous vehicles by 2030

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A startup from Tajikistan will launch an AI-based system for monitoring natural threats from space

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How a girl from Uzbekistan created a startup with 150,000 users and attracted $350,000 in investments

Together with IT Park Uzbekistan, we continue to share stories about startups that are developing the country's technological ecosystem. In the new episode, you'll find the story of Kamila Uzakova, who, together with her partners, is developing OSNOVA — a platform that integrates education, career development, and corporate training.

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BlackRock named the main opportunities for investors and shared its outlook for Kazakhstan

As part of Astana Finance Days 2026, Ben Powell, Managing Director and Chief Investment Strategist for the ARA region at BlackRock Investment Institute, spoke about new opportunities for global investors, the role of private capital in infrastructure development, and Kazakhstan's prospects. In the interview, he also shared his views on AI, asset tokenization, and the future of investment portfolios.

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ChatGPT for teenagers: what has changed and what opportunities are available

OpenAI launched ChatGPT for Teens — a version of the service for users under 18 with additional safety settings and tools for studying, creativity, and everyday tasks. The new experience began rolling out gradually starting in August 2026.

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Kazakhstani citizens can go through the Network School selection process and get a job at an international IT company.

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How to determine if a startup can go global: 8 criteria for investors

A startup from Uzbekistan can enter the global market, while a company from the US may remain a local business. The size of the domestic market alone guarantees nothing. In an article for The Tech, Abdulaziz Yakubov from Yoshlar Ventures explains how investors assess the international potential of startups: from the universality of the problem and product adaptability to economics, team, and early signals of demand abroad.

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A large-scale Run & Walk Challenge is launching in Central Asia

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IT Park Uzbekistan and East Telecom are launching new areas of cooperation in the field of AI

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Meta Muse AI agent took second place in the American App Store

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NASA and IBM launched an AI model to study the Moon

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How to find a job in IT without experience: Asad Fayzullaev's story after 325 rejections

Asad Fayzullaev began his career even while studying at university. First, he launched his online store, then worked at a tech startup, and today he develops digital products at ANORBANK. In an interview, he shared how to land your first IT job without experience and why 325 rejections don’t mean you’re a bad specialist.

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The CYBER STEPPE 2026 conference has kicked off in Astana.

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A Kazakh woman creates a $50 test that helps identify the risk of hereditary cancer

In June 2026, the media and hub for entrepreneurs Femtech Force, together with partners, launched the CA Femtech Landscape Study — the first market research on technologies for women's health in five Central Asian countries: Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, and Uzbekistan. The global FemTech market was valued at approximately $52 billion in 2023, and according to Statista, it is projected to grow to $117 billion by 2029. There is no data available for Central Asia; the region remains a blank spot on this map. The essence of the study is to fill this data gap.

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How to contact a recruiter on LinkedIn: 10 ready-made messages

Job searching on LinkedIn doesn’t end with applying to a job posting. In some cases, sending a direct message to a recruiter can help you get noticed by the team faster, clarify details about the position, or establish contact even before the job is published.

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