The best startups and investors from the region will gather at the Central Asia Startup CUP

On April 24–25, 2025, Bishkek will host the Central Asia Startup Cup — the first international conference in Kyrgyzstan for the Central Asian startup ecosystem. This event will bring together leading startups from across the Central Asian region, venture and angel investors, entrepreneurs, and global technology leaders to discuss current trends and identify new growth opportunities.

The headline speakers will include Asel Sartbaeva, a renowned Kyrgyz scientist based in the UK and founder of the startup EnsilliTech, and Elena Soboleva, co-founder of Honorlock, which has become one of the leading EdTech companies in the United States.

Main topics of CASC 2025:

— Venture capital investments and the Central Asian startup ecosystem
— Global trends in the startup industry
— FinTech, HealthTech, FemTech, DeepTech — latest innovations and prospects
— Pitching sessions for startups with the opportunity to receive up to $10,000 in investments
— Angel investor sessions and exclusive networking.

CASC features:
— 1,000 participants
— Startups, investors, corporate and government representatives, and over 100 startups
— The opportunity to present your product and find support for scaling, with more than 10 venture investors
— Leading funds and angel investors, with over 20 hours of business networking
— Meetings, roundtables, experience sharing, and extensive media coverage
— Publications in major business publications.

Over the course of two days, participants will enjoy panel discussions, pitching sessions, exhibitions, business meetings, and educational workshops. Speakers include leading investors, representatives of international companies, and successful startup founders. The program includes panel sessions with top players from the startup ecosystems of Kyrgyzstan, Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan.

Who can participate?

Startups and technology companies seeking investments and partnerships, investors and venture funds interested in promising projects from Central Asia, angel investors ready to support innovation, and corporations and technology leaders aiming for collaboration.

How to apply for the Startup Battle?

Startups are invited to pitch to investors at the Startup Battle. Applications must be submitted by April 12. Participation in the program is free. Selected startups will undergo a short-term program that culminates in a pitch at the CASC forum during the Startup Battle. As part of the program, startups will receive:

— Access to an educational program with practicing mentors and experts
— The chance to compete for a $10,000 cash prize
— Networking with leading venture investors from the Central Asian region
— The opportunity to enter the top 25 and qualify for a subsequent program with a $100,000 fund
— The ability to receive feedback from more than 10 leading venture investors from the Central Asian region.

In addition to the Startup Battle, the "Startup Alley" will also take place, offering an excellent opportunity to attract the attention of investors and potential customers to your project.

For more information, visit the website.

When: April 24–25, 2025
Where: Technopark, Bishkek