IT Agenda for September: Key Events in the World and Central Asia

MOST Accelerator Demo Day
The event will bring together 10 B2B startups with AI solutions. They will pitch to funds and corporations, engage in open networking, and enjoy an atmospheric VC Party with music and networking.

When: September 3 at 16:00
Where: Almaty, MOST IT Hub

Innovate with Solana: the Future of Web3
A panel discussion with leaders from banks and FinTech companies on how Web3 is transforming the industry. The program features Solana projects, a presentation of the Decentrathon hackathon with a $20,000 prize pool, training from Solana Devs, networking, and gifts.

When: September 3 at 17:00
Where: Astana, Astana International Financial Centre

Live Stream: "AI for Business: Applying Pleep's AI Salesperson"
How can artificial intelligence genuinely help your business? Mark Inger, founder of the AI startup Pleep, will share practical implementation cases and explain how to effectively integrate local solutions into business processes.

When: September 3 at 19:00
Where: Online, The Tech Telegram channel

Randy Zuckerberg, Creator of Facebook Live, to Speak
Randy Zuckerberg will share how she built her career in the male-dominated tech world, why it's important not to strive for perfection, how to prioritize and avoid burnout, and what helps balance work, family, and personal development.

When: September 4 at 19:00
Where: Tashkent, Central Asian University

Astana Finance Days 2025
The premier financial event will gather over 5,000 participants from more than 70 countries, including representatives from the financial, technological, government, and other sectors.

When: September 4-5
Where: Astana, Astana International Financial Centre 

Live Stream: "How the Astana Innovations Accelerator Program Works and Who Can Participate"
The stream will provide detailed information about the Astana Innovations Accelerator program: what opportunities it opens for startups, what awaits participants, and how to join the new cohort.

When: September 5 at 18:00
Where: Online, The Tech Telegram channel

Startup Festival in Uzbekistan
A series of startup festivals for young entrepreneurs, students, and innovators is launching in Uzbekistan. Participants will present their ideas, receive feedback from experts, and connect with investors and the IT community.

When: September 6-29
Where: In 10 cities of Uzbekistan

Space Days Kazakhstan 2025
The forum's program includes 15 thematic blocks, more than 30 speakers, and a rich agenda: from satellite modeling and space data to AI, climate monitoring, and international cooperation.

When: September 8-9
Where: Almaty, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University 

Awe Dropping — Apple Event, iPhone 17 and New Products Presentation
Apple will present the iPhone 17, including the ultra-thin Air, new Apple Watch Series 11, Ultra 3, SE 3, AirPods Pro 3, and updates to iOS 26 with Liquid Glass, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS.

When: September 9 at 10:00 Pacific Time
Where: Online

Solana Day powered by Decentrathon
A day dedicated to the Solana blockchain—one of the fastest and most scalable networks. Participants will engage in practical tasks, work with the technology, receive expert assistance, and showcase solutions.

When: September 12 at 09:00
Where: Online 

PizzaPitch Women — Women's Startups Competition
The women's startups competition will gather over 100 projects and provide an opportunity to present them to investors and experts. The top five will go on an internship in Amsterdam. Registration closes on September 7. 

When: September 13 at 09:00
Where: Tashkent, U-Enter

E-CODE 2025
An online conference by Ozon Tech featuring more than 50 talks from engineers and team leads. The program includes seven thematic tracks: backend, infrastructure, QA Automation, mobile development, ML/DS, management, and "Life and Science". 

When: September 13-14
Where: Online

KazHackStan 2025
Central Asia's largest cyber conference will bring together over 6,000 participants and 65 speakers from around the world. The theme is Zero Day. The program spans three days: Government & Business, Secure Development, and HackDay with the CyberKumbez finale and a Red Team vs Blue Team battle.

When: September 17-19
Where: Almaty, Sadu Arena

Brand Analytics Conference Kazakhstan 2025
An industrial conference on social media analytics for business, held for the second time. The focus is on how social media analytics helps build effective communications, including marketing, PR, and customer support. 

When: September 17 at 9:30
Where: Almaty, InterContinental Almaty Hotel

Live Stream: "How to Attract Over $1 Million in Investments: Push30 Startup Case"
CEO and co-founder of Push30, Adil Gasymov, will share insights and experience in raising investments. Mikhail Smolyanov, founder of Finolog.ru, and Murat Zhunusov, entrepreneur and investor, will join the conversation. They will discuss how to prepare for funding rounds, common founder mistakes, and what helps close deals.

When: September 18 at 19:00
Where: Online, The Tech Telegram channel

Live Stream: "How to Launch a Startup in Kazakhstan. Nursultan Masalbekov's Experience"
Nursultan Masalbekov, founder of the HiDoctor startup, will share practical experience in launching a project in Kazakhstan and explain how the Kazakh market differs from the Kyrgyz market.

When: September 19 at 18:00
Where: Online, The Tech Telegram channel

NAG CONF 2025 Kazakhstan
Participants will receive an overview of modern network solutions and new equipment, gain practical experience working with advanced technologies, learn from successful operators, and save time finding optimal business solutions. 

When: September 23
Where: Almaty, InterContinental Hotel

ICT Week Uzbekistan 2025
Uzbekistan's annual technology week, combining an exhibition, forums, and summits. The event offers an international platform for exchanging experience, demonstrating innovations in digital transformation, AI, cybersecurity, startups, and the public sector. 

When: September 23-26
Where: Tashkent, Central Asian Expo Uzbekistan

Kazakhstan Growth Forum 2025
The anniversary forum will focus on customer-centric strategy as a driver of sustainable growth. The program includes sessions on strategy, transformation, efficiency, and digital infrastructure, a C-Mentoring format, and awards for Best CEO, Deal of the Year, and Transformator of the Year.

When: September 24
Where: Almaty, Rixos Almaty

VC Party by MOST and C-Space Hub
An event celebrating the second anniversary of the partnership between MOST and C-Space Hub, bringing together venture funds, investors, startups, corporations, international experts, and government representatives. The program includes a celebratory event and an evening VC Party with investor speeches, networking, and opportunities for participants to make contacts, while startups can find partners and support.

When: September 24 at 16:30
Where: Tashkent

Camunda BPM Conference: Orchestrating the Future
A one-day conference on business process automation with Camunda and AI agents. The program features Mikhail Astashov on Spring AI + Camunda, Zhanbek Darzhanov on scaling in a telecom company, and Marco Lopes on the future of agent orchestration.

When: September 25
Where: Almaty, MOST IT Hub

DocFlow Day 2025
Docrobot's annual conference in Central Asia on HR and document management digitalization. The program includes case studies from Kazakh companies, discussions, masterclasses, new solutions, and networking.

When: September 26 at 09:00
Where: Almaty, InterContinental Hotel 

BE WOMAN ASIA 2025 Forum
The largest platform in Central Asia for women's leadership, entrepreneurship, and personal growth. Influential leaders, visionaries, and change agents, both women and men, will take the stage to share experiences, strategies, and mistakes to inspire others to forge their own paths. 

When: September 26
Where: Almaty, Palace of the Republic

WomenInTech: "Career Path in IT: Trends and Opportunities"
An interactive meeting for youth and beginners, where participants will learn about key trends in IT and AI, hear real stories of launching startups and building careers, and receive practical advice on personal branding, freelancing, and using AI services in daily work.

When: September 26 at 09:30
Where: Dushanbe, Ismaili Centre Dushanbe

INMerge Innovation Summit
The regional innovation summit will bring together startups, investors, and corporations. The program includes keynote speeches, discussions, workshops, the INBattle competition with a $30,000 prize pool, investor networking, and international roadshows.

When: September 29-30
Where: Baku, Heydar Aliyev Center

Women in Tech Caucasus and Central Asia Awards 2025
The regional award recognizes the contribution of women and organizations to technology development in the Caucasus and Central Asia. There are nine categories, from startups to global leadership. Winners will advance to the finals of the international Women in Tech awards in Paris.

When: September 30
Where: Almaty