Unlock your startup's potential with Imagine Cup - the global technology startup competition for visionary student entrepreneurs harnessing the power of Microsoft AI. Build with AI through exclusive access to technology, receive expert mentorship, and the chance to win USD100,000 and a mentorship session with Microsoft CEO, Satya Nadella. It's your moment to accelerate your startup and showcase your visionary ideas on the global stage!
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Momentum happens here. Right now Startup Grind is selecting the top 150 startups and scaleups from our global community to showcase at the 2025 SG Conference.

If chosen, you'll receive your own dedicated exhibition space, a pitch slot on stage, and exclusive access to a private summit focused on pitching, fundraising, and growth. Plus, we have over 1,000 investors attend who book one-on-one meetings in the on-site lounge. Last year, over 500 meetings were booked with investors from top firms like Index Ventures, Accel, Point72, Khosla Ventures, and more.

Where: Silicon Valley
When: April 29-30
Cost: $2,999 for startups, $4,999 for scaleups
Have you submitted your application yet?

🇺🇸 Webinar: "Expanding to the US market" 🚀

Want to learn how to build a successful business in one of the most competitive markets in the world?

📅 Date: January 23, 2025
🕕 Time: 18:00 (Almaty time)
📍 Platform: Zoom
🔊 Language: English

At the webinar, you will learn:
-How to effectively start in the US and avoid key mistakes
-What are the new trends in the American venture industry and startup development
-Why participation in the SelectUSA Investment Summit is an important step for your business

🎙 Main topics:
"Expanding to the US market: the 8 keys to unlocking success in the world's largest market" by Francis Simovits, CEO, QUAY Acceleration: find out what is needed to successfully enter the US market.

"SelectUSA and SelectUSA Tech Investment Summit: Programs and Business Opportunities" by Stephanie Rothman, Senior Investment Consultant, SelectUSA: an overview of investment programs and support from the US government.

2025.01.23 at 6pm (GMT+5)
🔗Registration forms.gle/Yq3MQchYH2vqDuYV9

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Bootstrapping your startup, but the MRR isn’t steady?
You can apply for these 34 startup grants:

1. opengrants.io
2. fundable.com
3. international.grantwatch.com
4. seedrs.com
5. crowdcube.com
6. crowdfunder.com
7. fundingcircle.com
8. microventures.com
9. getfundid.com
10. indiegogo.com
11. ec.europa.eu
12. sbir.gov
13. grants.gov
14. techstars.com
15. 500.co
16. kickstarter.com
17. masschallenge.org
18. score.org
19. kiva.org
20. fundrazr.com
21. startengine.com
22. Venmo Small Business Grant
23. FedEx Small Business Grant
24. Tory Burch Foundation
25. Amazon Small Business Grant
26. Verizon Small Business Grant
27. Visa Everywhere Initiative
28. Lenovo Evolve small-business grant
29. Bizee Fresh Start Business Grant
30. Hello Alice grant platform
31. SubSummit Pitch Competition
32. The Amber Grants
33. 500 Global Flagship Accelerator Program
34. Huawei Spark Ignite

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Here about news, events, opportunities, trainings and much more for IT specialists and startuppers #AdsTgPROMO
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🌍 World Bank Youth Summit 2025 Pitch Competition! 🚀

Are you aged 18-35 and ready to showcase your innovative solution to global challenges? Join the WBG Youth Summit Pitch Competition, where young change-makers present their ideas on a global stage and drive real-world impact.

🎯 Theme: New Horizons: Youth-Led Innovation for a Sustainable and Equitable World

🌟 Pillars:
1️⃣ Data-Driven Transformation
2️⃣ Climate Action & Resilience
3️⃣ Empowering Change through Creative Industries

Submission deadline: January 26, 2025 (11:59 pm EST)
Final Pitch: May 19-20, 2025, at the World Bank Headquarters, Washington, D.C.
Selected finalists will have their travel and lodging covered for the event (one representative per team).

Shape the future with your idea—don't miss this opportunity! 🌟

🔗 Apply now on F6S f6s.com/world-bank-group-youth-summit-2025/apply

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🌍 Pitch Your Startup at the 51st GGW Sharks Event!

🔥 Go Global World GGW Sharks is your chance to pitch live to top global investors in a fast-paced, interactive format inspired by Shark Tank.

🌟 This Edition’s Amazing Judges:
Adam Sah – Founder & Managing Director at Zero Capital
Harshal Pathak – Investor at Plug and Play Tech Center
Sarah Romanko – Associate at Geek Ventures
David Mandel – Managing Partner at Emerging Ventures Capital
Andrew Huen – Senior Associate at Alpha Intelligence Capital

🎤 Event Format:
🟢 Startups get 2 minutes to pitch their idea—no slides, just your story!
🟢 Investors ask the tough questions and share honest, actionable feedback.

🚀 Don’t miss out! Register now and get all the details here: https://app.goglobal.world/event/36?utm_source=startup.vg

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🔈Venture Growth Masterclass Series by 500 Eurasia!

Why you should attend?
✔️Discover essential B2B sales strategies to drive growth.
✔️Align sales strategies with customer behaviors for better results.
✔️Fundraising insights from top VCs.

Masterclass Schedule:
🟢January 21st, 2025: The Secrets to B2B Sales Success
🟢January 28th, 2025: Scaling Revenue Growth Through Strategic Funnels
🟢February 4th, 2025: The Art of Fundraising: What Top VCs Want to See
🟢February 11th, 2025: Product-Led Growth: Strategies and Case Studies for Scale
🟢February 18th, 2025: Operational Mastery: Scaling Teams and Systems for Success

➡️Sign up now events.500.co/eurasiamasterclass/startup_course_com

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7am run for AlmatyDigital.kz/

Founders Running Club (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking.

Saturday, February 1
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM GMT+5
Al-Farabi Avenue

REGISTER https://lu.ma/p1er1w7r

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🏃‍♂️ FRC - Founders Running Club :: Digital Almaty Forum

Join us for a unique side event of a 5 km run during the Digital Almaty Forum — a global gathering of digital innovators, thought leaders, and entrepreneurs. In partnership with the Founders Running Club, this event blends the world of digital transformation with the power of community, running, and networking.

​Agenda:
​06:45 - meet & warm up
​07:00 - 5km easy run
​07:45 - coffee & tea

Founders Running Club (FRC) brings founders, investors, tech, creative people and startup enthusiasts together for weekly easy runs and networking. We like to be comfortable when we run and finish with coffee and conversations. Choose your pace or follow a pacer—pets, friends, family, are welcome.
​🗓 Launched in San Francisco, July 16, 2022
​🌍 Now in 26 cities

Saturday, February 1
7:00 AM - 8:00 AM GMT+5
Al-Farabi Avenue

REGISTER https://lu.ma/p1er1w7r

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Qualify for finals in Dubai!

We are Inviting high school students to participate in Tetr Disrupt, a Global Entrepreneurship Challenge. https://youtu.be/_SMMyMjz7Tk

Tackle the most pressing problems of today by pitching innovative solutions for a better tomorrow! Global winners will secure upto $100K in funding

Register Now - https://tetr.com/disrupt

⚫️Eligible Grade Levels: Grades 10-12

⚫️ Participation cost: free of charge

Astana, Round 1 Details:
📅 Date: Saturday, 8th Feb '25
⏰Time: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
⏰Coffee Meet: 5:30 PM to 7:30 PM
📍 Host School: Spectrum International School, Astana

Registration open till 10:00 am, 6th Feb 2025 but we have Limited spots!

500 Global Webinar. The Art of Fundraising: What Top VCs Want to See

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The 3d session of the Venture Growth Masterclass Series by 500 Eurasia, happening February 4th at 1:00 PM (GMT+4). The Art of Fundraising: What Top VCs Want to See, is your chance to get inside the minds of experienced VCs and ask them anything about fundraising. That’s right - this isn’t just a masterclass; it’s an open floor for some of your toughest questions.

And on top of that, you’ll learn:
How to tell your venture’s story in a way to secure funding.
Actionable strategies used by startups to secure funding and scale globally.
What VCs look for in a presentation, how to present your numbers, and how to build trust that lasts beyond the deal.

Speaker: Pedro Santos Vieira, a Partner at 500 Global, has extensive experience investing in early-stage startups and has guided many startups as they look to secure funding to scale globally. His insights, combined with the expertise of guest VCs, could give you an unparalleled look into the minds of venture capitalists.

2025.02.04 at 2pm (Almaty/Tashkent Time)
Register events.500.co/eurasiamasterclass/startup_course_com

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🌐 GGW Pitch Bootcamp on February 11th where you’ll get real, no-fluff feedback and actionable advice from two seasoned industry leaders:

✨ Keith Lam – GTM expert at Berkeley Skydeck & RebelGTM
✨ Haas V. – Investor & M&A strategist with 20+ years of experience

Go Global World!
Don’t miss out!
2025.02.11 at 10am ONLINE
Register app.goglobal.world/event/39

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Guest Lecture at Product Masters
Wilfried Kongolo
ex-Product Manager
Jabu YCombinator S21
20:00 UTC+5
Th Feb 6, 2025
Venue: Online at Google Meet

Registration Link:
https://productmasters.kz/guest-lecture/wilfried-kongolo?utm_source=startup.vg

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🚀 Deeptech BÄYGE – Driving Innovation, Shaping the Future
📅 March 1
📆 Application deadline: February 13
📍 Nazarbayev University

The ultimate deeptech startup pitch competition is here! 💡🚀
Compete for funding, connect with investors, and take your breakthrough idea to the next level.

🏆 Prize fund: 40 million KZT
🔹 1st place – 12 million KZT
🔹 2nd place – 10 million KZT
🔹 3rd place – 8 million KZT
🔹 Audience Choice Award – 5 million KZT
🔹 AI Innovation Award – 5 million KZT

🚀 Ready to race towards innovation? Apply now!

📌 Registration Link

Only for NU community (Students, Alumni, Employees, Graduates of NU startup programs -NURIS, SDF, Astana Business Campus, Jas Ventures)

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