$1,000,000 and access to international markets: current opportunities for startups

Pimp My Freelance Program

Pimp My Freelance 3.0 is an online business development incubator created specifically for creative professionals. The program provides participants with the knowledge, skills, and tools necessary for self-presentation, monetization of creative skills, and scaling their business.
When: July 15 – August 7

Til-qazyna Playground Hackathon

A hackathon for computer game developers with a prize fund of 3,000,000 tenge. Teams must register and submit a game design document to advance to the preliminary round. The winner will receive a cash prize and sign a contract to implement the project.
Application deadline: July 5

Central Asia Tech Summit

For the first time in Mongolia, leading global investors and entrepreneurs will take the same stage to share their knowledge and experience. The summit will showcase the best startups applying for the competition. The top 10 candidates will be selected to participate in the contest, and the regional winner will represent Central Asia at the Startup World Cup.
When: July 9
Where: Mongolia, Ulaanbaatar

Global Outsourcer Acceleration Program

An export-oriented Astana Hub program focused on lead generation and securing orders in international markets. Participation in the program opens up broad opportunities for companies to enter the markets of America, Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
When: July 15

EBRD Star Venture Startup Program

Star Venture helps accelerate the development of innovative startups with high growth potential. The program is aimed at long-term results and addressing strategic startup issues. Through access to a wide international network of VC market players, the EBRD facilitates geographic expansion and fundraising.
Application deadline: July 19

President Tech Award Competition

A competition for the best IT products across five main and one special category, with a total prize fund of $1,000,000 for citizens of Uzbekistan. The goal of the competition is to attract youth's attention to the field of IT technologies and inspire them to create innovative solutions and developments capable of competing in the global market.
Application deadline: August 1

Berkeley SkyDeck Program

SkyDeck is one of the world's leading accelerators, helping startup founders take their projects to the next level. SkyDeck provides access to a network of industry leaders and Silicon Valley venture capitalists. Successful candidates will receive $200,000 in investment from the Berkeley SkyDeck fund.
Application deadline: August 23