$1,000,000 and valuable networking: current opportunities for startup development
Central Asia is becoming a new epicenter of innovation and entrepreneurship, offering numerous opportunities for startups. The following initiatives will help your project grow and achieve success.
Author - Mansur Ismagulov
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Various startup support programs will take place in Almaty and Tashkent. At nFactorial, from June 5 to August 9, participants will develop web applications, while Terricon Valley will launch its program on June 10. The Central Asian Technology Summit (application deadline: June 15) includes the Startup Cup World competition with a prize pool of $1,000,000. Additionally, an offline program will start at the CS//Startup Center (June 19–23), along with ABC Incubation and the Prosperity Cup Kyrgyzstan (deadline: September 20).
nFactorial Incubator
Over the course of 10 weeks, participants will create their own unique web applications under the mentorship of professional developers. The first three weeks will be dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of web development. The following seven weeks will focus on fully immersing participants in the creation and launch of their own web applications.
When: June 5 – August 9
Where: Almaty
Central Eurasia Venture Forum
CEVF is a gateway to the world of innovation, where everyone can find something for themselves, whether it's new knowledge, ideas, or partners for future projects. Don't miss the chance to participate in this unique event.
When: June 7
Where: Almaty
Terricon Valley Incubation Program
A program aimed at supporting startups and their IT products. It helps conduct the first sale, advance sales competencies using a proven methodology, gain the necessary knowledge to accurately choose a target market, and learn how to communicate effectively with clients.
Program start: June 10
Application deadline: June 3
Central Asia Tech Summit
This is an exclusive event for key players in the Central Asian startup ecosystem, featuring investors from Silicon Valley and legendary entrepreneurs, providing additional materials for maximum participant benefit. Additionally, the Startup Cup World competition will take place during the summit, where participants can win $1,000,000. Read more about the competition at the following link: https://central-asia-tech-summit.com/
Application deadline: June 15
Startup Acceleration Program at CS// Startup Center
An offline program for early-stage teams without an MVP to help validate startup ideas through customer interviews, develop a functional MVP, and apply Steve Blank's customer development methodology. Participants will conduct at least 30 customer interviews, create a validated business model, an MVP, and a comprehensive business plan, thereby increasing their startups' potential.
When: June 19–23
Where: Tashkent, C-Space Yunusabad
ABC Incubation
As a result of the ABC Incubation program, startups will be able to quickly form a team, validate their business hypotheses, learn the basics of business, create a working prototype of their future product, and prepare proposals for initial clients and potential investors.
Prosperity Cup Kyrgyzstan
Participants in the Prosperity Cup will receive a personalized business plan, weekly meetings with experienced mentors, as well as expert sessions and lectures from successful entrepreneurs in Kyrgyzstan. They will gain access to contacts of initial clients, partners, and potential investors.
When: September 30
Application deadline: September 20
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