Tashkent

Samarkand

Gulbahor

Qarshi

Navoiy Region

Dahbed

Nukus

Uzbekistan's startup ecosystem is rapidly evolving, driven by strong government support, increased foreign investment, and a surge in innovation hubs like Tashkent, with notable successes such as Uzum becoming the country's first unicorn in 2024. Key initiatives like the Digital Startups Program, IT Park Ventures, and the introduction of the IT Visa are creating a supportive environment for entrepreneurs, positioning Uzbekistan as a rising force in Central Asia’s tech landscape.

Uzbekistan

Hystar specializes in developing advanced polymer electrolyte membrane electrolyzers, enabling efficient large-scale green hydrogen production. Their innovative technology contributes to sustainable energy solutions, helping industries transition to cleaner hydrogen sources and significantly reduce carbon footprints.

Hystar

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Hystar startup from Hovik, Norway is ranked 46184 out of 194476 worldwide and 159 from the 744 startups in Norway. See more information and additional rankings on the StartupBlink Global Ecosystem Map

Launch of IT Park Ventures with an initial capital of US$ 10 million, dedicated to supporting startups in sectors such as AI, green technologies, Fintech, Edtech, and Game Development. ​

2023

IT Park Uzbekistan starts issuing visa for investors, founders and IT companies.​

2022

Launch of Digital Uzbekistan 2030 Strategy aiming to transform the country into a digital economy by enhancing infrastructure, promoting e-governance, and supporting the growth of tech startups.

2021

Launch of the Startup Initiative Program to identify and support promising startups across various sectors, providing them with mentorship, training, and funding opportunities. 

2020

Establishment of IT Park Uzbekistan, a dedicated technology park aimed at fostering innovation and supporting tech startups. 

2019

StartupFactory becomes the first private startup accelerator in Uzbekistan focused on IT projects.

2015

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