On January 10, 2019, Memorandum of Understanding was signed between INNOLAND Incubation and Acceleration Center, Next Step Innovation Center and SUP Startap Accelerator.
The memorandum covers joint cooperation on the promotion of Incubation and Acceleration projects, the provision of co-working services, and the conduct of educational programs for startups. It also includes an exchange of information and involvement in the organization of other mutual events to attract local and foreign investors.
The importance of the incubation service in establishing a sustainable startup ecosystem in our country, as well as the role of the acceleration service in shaping new national startup brands outside the country.
“DIGIAGE – Baku 2025” Digital Game Camp Kicks Off!
The camp, organized jointly by the Innovation Center and Bilişim Vadisi DIGIAGE, has officially started. Out of 238 applicants, 100 selected participants will work in teams to create their own digital games.
We wish all participants great success!
A $1 Million Prize Pool Awaits You!
Registration is now open for the "Digital Startup Awards" international competition, held in partnership with INNOLAND!
Digital Startup Awards is an international competition and development program aimed at boosting innovation and startup ecosystems across Central Asia, the Caucasus, and Mongolia.
Azerbaijani startups can apply in 3 exciting tracks:
🔹 Best Startup Project
For officially registered startups at the Seed or Series A stage.
🔹 Acceleration Program
For startups with at least 3 months of sales.
Participation of at least one team member is required (costs covered from September to December).
🔹 Incubation Program
For teams with an MVP or working prototype.
Official registration is required.
Winners will gain access to major opportunities and global recognition!
Learn more and register at: startupbase.uz/en/digital-startup-awards
Final stage of the “45 Minutes Startup” Olympiad held at “INNOLAND”
The final stage of the “45 Minutes Startup” Olympiad, organized jointly by the “INNOLAND” Incubation and Acceleration Center and “Taskool” for 8th–11th grade students, has been successfully held.
The final took place within the framework of the “Startup School” program by “Taskool,” a resident of “INNOLAND.” In 2025, out of 147 applications submitted to the “Startup School” program, 110 participants started the training, and 58 successfully completed it, forming 13 teams across 7 main fields.
The program, aimed at developing entrepreneurship skills and financial literacy at a global level, engaged participants in working on real business ideas and presenting their startup projects. With the support of experienced mentors, the projects covered areas such as Artificial Intelligence, FinTech, GreenTech, HealthTech, AgriTech, Gaming, and E-commerce.
In the final stage, 13 teams captured the jury’s attention with their innovative ideas, creative approaches, and presentation skills. As a result, the startup projects of the “Speacdeaf,” “Tutor AI,” and “Mindmark” teams were highly evaluated and declared winners. All participants who successfully completed the program received certificates.
The “Startup School” program builds a strong foundation for Azerbaijan’s future startup leaders and promotes innovation culture across the country.