Investments in startups and ChatGPT4 in Audi: what's new in the world and Central Asia

A new portal for improving the cyber hygiene of the population has been launched in Kazakhstan

Global has launched a new free portal, citizensec.kz. The portal offers educational materials in the form of short videos on password policies, phishing, social media security, personal data protection, and electronic digital signatures.

In Uzbekistan, you can now obtain a driver's license online

New driver's licenses in Uzbekistan are now available online. The document can be picked up at the nearest government services center or ordered for home delivery by mail. To apply, you need to use the Unified Portal of Interactive State Services. 

Startup Yaya has attracted investment from the venture fund 500 Global in Eurasia

Startup Yaya announced the completion of the 500 Global in Georgia acceleration program and the successful raising of $100,000 in investment from a leading venture fund. Yaya is a single children's subscription for all types of activities. Since the beginning of 2024, the project has reached a turnover of $1 million. 

The educational project IT4Everyone for people with hearing impairments has started in Uzbekistan

An innovative project called IT4Everyone has started in Uzbekistan, aimed at training people with hearing impairments in IT professions. As part of the project, implemented with the support of USAID and in cooperation with deaf societies in Central Asia, participants will be able to learn IT professions for free and learn how to promote their business online.

AloqaVentures invested $100,000 in the Uzbek startup Delever 

Founded by Fakhridin Yusupov and Azizbek Bahodirov, Delever offers an innovative platform that allows businesses to accept online orders through websites, mobile applications, and Telegram bots. The platform also simplifies social media orders and integration with leading food aggregators, ensuring fast and efficient order processing.

Audi integrates ChatGPT into its cars

Audi is integrating ChatGPT into current and future models to enhance voice control. Starting in July, Audi owners of vehicles produced since 2021 will be able to communicate with their car. New models, such as the Q6 e-tron, will receive this feature through Cerence Chat Pro. 

TikTok Shop launches the SOAR Together small business support program

TikTok Shop announced the launch of the "Supporting Artisans and Retailers Together" program, aimed at supporting and developing small and medium-sized businesses, entrepreneurs, and creators on the TikTok platform. Participants will gain access to specialized resources, mentoring, and networking opportunities, helping them grow and scale their businesses on TikTok Shop.

Pinemelon Market video won two platinum awards

A video created by Kazakh director Tatiana Kim and her team for Pinemelon Market received two platinum awards at the prestigious international Hermes Creative Awards 2024. The awards were given in the "Video" and "Letter" categories, highlighting the high level of creativity and professionalism of the team.