On March 17, memorandum of understanding signed between "Innovations Center" LLC (INNOLAND), which is subordinate to the State Agency for Citizens Service and Social Innovations under the President of The Republic of Azerbaijan, and “Yeni Fikir” LLC. The purpose of the Memorandum is to support entrepreneurship ecosystems for technological startups in our country and in the regions of Azerbaijan and to implement a high-level partnership that serves the needs of emerging (or other) technology entrepreneurs.
The document, along with the formation and development of technology entrepreneurship, also reflects cooperation issues related to the strengthening of business initiatives. Thus, the content of the Memorandum reflects the factors that are being estimated for the establishment and development of innovation ecosystems in our country, as well as business initiatives.
"Innovations Center" LLC (INNOLAND) cooperates with local and international organizations in accordance with the strategy of the development of innovation ecosystem in our country and in the region, as well as for the development of technology entrepreneurship (startups). As one of such organizations, "Yeni Fikir" LLC is one of the companies operating in the intellectual sector in Azerbaijan and having a specific role in the formation of startup culture.
Thus, the "Yeni Fikir" startup competition, which was held for the sixth time this year, is being implemented by "Yeni Fikir" LLC, sponsored by BP, the Baku Engineering University. The company "Yeni Fikir" cooperates with "Innovations Center" LLC (INNOLAND) in organizing the same startup competition. Five startup projects that will win the competition.
The development of five startup projects that will win the competition will also be supported at the Innoland Incubation and Acceleration Center.
The 5th “TUSİ” Incubation Program at the National Aviation Academy
During the information session, we thoroughly explained to students how to shape an idea, build a team, and integrate into the startup ecosystem.
You can also join the incubation program — register right now:
➡️ https://gub.icenter.az/home
What will you gain?
• New skills and practical experience
• Engaging trainings and mentor support
• The opportunity to turn your startup idea into reality
• Networking opportunities
If you want to build your future with your own hands, join us!
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
Special opportunity for AI-based startups – Info session on the “NVIDIA Inception Program”!
Organized by StrategEast in partnership with the INNOLAND community, this online session will provide detailed insights into the support and opportunities offered by the NVIDIA Inception Program for early-stage and growing startups working in the field of artificial intelligence.
Participants will learn about the program’s membership process, available cloud credits and technical resources, mentoring and training opportunities, as well as how to gain visibility within the global NVIDIA ecosystem.
Andrei Golfeto – Community Manager at NVIDIA Inception
July 30, 17:00 – The session will be held online!
Registration: https://t1z9b.share.hsforms.com/2Rd2JrZl6RDiMYEISnwd1zg