Mobile apps of Central Asia: updates and new features that appeared in August
From digital government services and messengers to banking services and super apps — August 2025 brought numerous updates. Users received new tools for payments, business, housing search, and even a calendar with optimization.
Author - Mansur Ismagulov
Kazakhstan
eGov mobile update
The app has received one of the most significant updates in recent times. The main innovation is the launch of the "Law and Order" service, which allows citizens to directly report violations via their smartphones. Additionally, the app's stability has been improved, access to popular features has been accelerated, and the interface has been updated.
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inDrive update
inDrive has updated the interface of the main screen, making it simpler and more user-friendly. Additionally, a new service, "inDrive.Products," has been launched in collaboration with dark stores "Ryadom." Residents of Almaty and Astana can now order over 5,000 products: from farm-fresh vegetables and fruits to ready-made breakfasts, coffee, and even national dishes such as manti.
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CTogram update
The latest update of CTOgram introduced a new main screen that is faster, more modern, and more user-friendly. Developers also worked on stability and fixed bugs to ensure the app runs as smoothly as possible.
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Bank CenterCredit update
Bank CenterCredit was the first to launch online receipt of transfers through the "Golden Crown" system. Now, transfers are credited to phone numbers without the need to visit a branch or enter extra codes, and their status can be tracked online, simplifying the process and expanding the digital capabilities for clients.
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Freedom SuperApp update
Freedom SuperApp has introduced a new service for submitting the tax declaration on income and property — form 270.00. Bank clients can now submit reports in a shortened format with just a couple of clicks for income from Freedom investment tools, or fill out the full form by specifying other income sources. The system automatically pulls in data, notifies about the status, and allows downloading a certificate for submission through other services.
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XBR Group
A service for ordering dishes from the iconic restaurants Altyn Palau and Bayram Uly Doner. The app offers quick payment, order status notifications, a loyalty program with cashback up to 10%, and a personalized client card.
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Uzbekistan
Blink update
The Blink geolocation exchange app has actively entered the Uzbek market. In a short time, the service has attracted over one million users. The app now supports the Uzbek language, including push notifications in Uzbek, making it more convenient for the local audience.
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Smartbank UZ update
Users can now open accounts in other banks through the PULLY service, pay taxes directly within the app, and receive extended Munis receipts. Additionally, features for automatic and manual updating of passport data, closing virtual and physical cards, and new services for paying utility bills, including hot water, have been added.
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Click SuperApp update
Among the new updates are auto-payments, card-to-card transfers via Bluetooth, electronic receipts, and mini-apps within the service. Now, through Click, you can pay for electricity, gas, and other services, as well as use the new "My Car" and "My Family" sections. A key part of the update was the integration with the my.gov.uz portal, making government services available directly within the app.
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Kyrgyzstan
Business Protection
The platform is designed to automate interaction between entrepreneurs and government bodies. Through the app, users can submit complaints, work with the proverka.gov.kg inspection platform, and receive investor support.
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Tunduk update
The update is one of the most noticeable in recent times: accessibility for different categories of citizens has been improved, and the range of digital services included in the government services ecosystem has been expanded.
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Tajikistan
Eskhata Online update
New features include QR payments at partner locations, allowing for quick and secure purchase payments, as well as push notifications about transactions, helping users keep their finances under control. The app now includes an integrated bank support chat for resolving client issues promptly, and convenient widgets provide quick access to frequently used features.
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