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Astana Hub Recaps 2024: Record-Breaking Achievements and Future Outlook

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Astana Hub, the largest tech park in Central Asia, has wrapped up 2024 by showing remarkable growth across all key metrics. Over the past year, tech park residents have attracted more than $177 million in investments, increased tech service exports to $481.5 million, and achieved total revenue of $1.3 billion. The creation of over 28,000 new jobs in the tech sector reflects robust development and a significant contribution to the country’s economy.

Astana Hub plays a vital role in strengthening the ecosystem for tech businesses, supporting startups at every stage of their growth. In 2024, more than 500 companies joined as new participants, bringing the total number of registered tech companies at the tech park to 1,600, including over 425 with foreign participation. Major investments were secured by companies such as CITIX, Hero’s Journey, and Higgsfield AI. Meanwhile, Arlan Biotech, GoDays, Zypl.ai, CerebraAI, CodiPlay, ApartX, Biometric, Parqour, Grand Mobile, Kwaka, Beksar, Alaqan, ZebraEye, and many others are successfully expanding into international markets.

“The tech industry is showing impressive growth compared to other sectors of the economy. In 2024, investments rose by 40% versus the previous year, tech service exports grew by 52%, total industry revenue increased by 48%, and the number of new jobs rose by 12%. This success is in large part due to effective government policies focused on human capital development. Over the past five years, the state has invested roughly 15 billion tenge in Astana Hub, resulting in tech industry revenues reaching 1.5 trillion tenge and net export earnings of $1.1 billion. With minimal investment, the tech sector has shown tremendous growth and creates a multiplier effect throughout Kazakhstan’s economy,” said Magzhan Madiyev, Chief Executive Officer of Astana Hub.

Throughout 2024, Astana Hub continued to implement key accelerator programs that provided startups with greater opportunities to enter global markets and attract investors. The Silkway Accelerator, launched jointly with Google for Startups, fostered project growth and helped participants expand into new markets. Hero Training, run in partnership with Draper University, provided access to scaling opportunities in Silicon Valley. Scalerator supported Kazakhstani startups in entering Southeast Asian and MENA markets. As a result of these programs, 49 tech park participants successfully scaled internationally last year, demonstrating the competitiveness of Kazakh tech companies and their readiness to strengthen their global presence.

AlchemistX and Silicon Valley Residency Program, both launched in 2024, further boosted Kazakh tech companies’ export potential. Within these programs, 22 startups from Central Eurasia achieved significant progress in Silicon Valley and raised $1.4 million in investments.

Participants in the Global Outsourcer program also delivered strong results, signing 98 export contracts worth $355,000 in just three months with clients in 24 countries, including the US, UK, Germany, Canada, and the UAE. By comparison, in 2023, the program concluded with 69 contracts totaling more than $158,000.

A new fund, Astana Hub Ventures, was established in 2024 as a key financial instrument for supporting and developing local startups. With $10 million in capital, the fund invests in both Kazakh startups and projects from Central Asia and beyond, with a particular focus on graduates of Astana Hub’s programs.

Also in 2024, in keeping with the President’s directive, Digital Nomad Visa and Digital Nomad Residency programs were launched to streamline the process of obtaining electronic visas and residency permits for foreign professionals and businesses. These initiatives help attract large international companies that stimulate regional development, create jobs, and share their expertise in competitive tech solutions and business operations. Several major international firms have already established offices at Astana Hub, including Playrix, TikTok, inDrive, EPAM, Glovo, and Presight.ai. In 2024, the tech park’s infrastructure was further enhanced by notable market players such as Yandex, Telegram, Higgsfield, Naimi.kz, Funtyx Games, and others.

In 2024, the leading tech parks in Central Asia — Astana Hub and IT Park Uzbekistan — joined forces under the unified brand of Central Asian Innovation Hubs to advance the startup ecosystem and showcase the region’s innovation potential on the global stage. As part of this collaboration, 39 startups from Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan participated in major international tech events including the INMerge Innovation Summit in Baku, Web Summit 2024 in Lisbon, and TechCrunch Disrupt 2024 in San Francisco.

Astana Hub also remains committed to developing the tech ecosystem across Kazakhstan’s regions. In 2024, new IT hubs were launched in six regions, bringing the total number of regional centers under the tech park’s management to 18. Qostanai Hub and Kyzylorda Hub now feature dedicated GameDev centers that promote game development and the creative industry. Across these regional initiatives, 450 startup ideas have been generated, and 186 tech companies have joined Astana Hub’s tech ecosystem, fueling the tech sector’s growth throughout the country.

Last year also saw the launch of a large-scale AI Movement initiative aimed at advancing artificial intelligence (AI) in Kazakhstan. This initiative serves as the foundation for establishing Alem.AI, the International Center for Artificial Intelligence, set to open in 2025 at the Nur Alem sphere. The President has formally announced the opening of this center.

As part of the AI Movement, a specialized accelerator called AI’preneurs was created. Fifty talented specialists developed 21 startups, nine of which successfully completed the accelerator program, and seven teams secured financing through the Seed Money program. Altogether, in 2024, 40 projects received support from Astana Hub under the Seed Money program.

In October 2024, the first AI school in Kazakhstan, Tomorrow School, opened its doors, offering free, hands-on programming instruction from scratch and prioritizing peer-to-peer learning. Other notable AI Movement projects include the mobile game AI Quest, the multi-location hackathon Decentrathon 2.0, and a regional roadshow to raise awareness of AI. Educational initiatives under this program include the AI People Bootcamp, an online course titled “Introduction to AI: ChatGPT,” and ongoing teacher-training programs. AI startups also gain access to data and project funding through this program. Results from the AI Movement will be presented at the Digital Almaty 2025 international forum.

The Tech Orda program attracted a record 35,764 applications in 2024, highlighting the growing appeal of tech professions. A total of 3,465 grants were awarded, including 2,465 for the main track, 300 for schoolteachers’ professional development, and 700 for university educators. Under the IT-Aiel 2.0 project, 3,084 women from every region of Kazakhstan were given the opportunity to learn no-code programming, freelancing essentials, e-commerce, and other in-demand skills at no cost. In July 2024, a pilot online platform was launched to teach over 19,000 high school students (grades 10-11) the fundamentals of programming, focusing on no-code, low-code, and startup academy courses.

Astana Hub, as one of the organizers of the UNESCAP Asia-Pacific Ministerial Conference, showcased Kazakhstan’s digital technology achievements at the Kazakhstan Tech Solution Day. Held in the country’s capital from September 3 to 5, 2024, the conference brought together more than 400 delegates from 30 countries, serving as a pivotal platform to demonstrate the nation’s innovative potential.

Staying true to its mission of fostering technological innovation to drive the Republic of Kazakhstan’s economy, Astana Hub remains focused on reaching its objectives: increasing tech service exports to $1 billion by 2026 and helping create Kazakhstan’s first “unicorn” by 2027.

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MovieCoin (MOV) Shaping the Future of Film Investment with Winvest Group

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Reno, Nevada – 26/02/2025 – (SeaPRwire) – A visionary investment team has launched MovieCoin (MOV), a blockchain-powered financing platform designed to support Winvest Group’s (OTCQB: WNLV) development in movie production and Launchrr aggregation platform. MOV leverages a new financial model to bridge crypto investment with traditional capital markets, fostering long-term growth for investors.

A New Era of Film & Web3 Investment

MOV is an independent initiative dedicated to uncovering Winvest Group’s growth potential. Instead of traditional fundraising, the partnership of Winvest Group and MOV introduces a decentralized financing mechanism, allowing crypto community investors to support Winvest Group’s film and content projects.

How MOV Benefits Stakeholders

MOV enables investors to participate in the movie production project, token staking, participate in ecosystem activities and DAO decisions. Revenues channel can be derived from box office revenues, streaming rights, and Web3 integrations, ensuring a hybrid investment model that bridges cryptocurrency and traditional stock markets. However, the value of MOV may fluctuate based on market conditions and regulatory factors.

“MOV provides a new avenue for investors to gain exposure to both blockchain and traditional capital markets,” said Jeffrey Wong, CEO of Winvest. “By supporting Winvest Group, we create a synergy between Web3 innovation and established entertainment industry.”

Crypto Meets Traditional Finance: The Future of Capital Growth

MOV is reshaping investment strategies by combining blockchain transparency with the stability of a publicly listed company. This hybrid approach allows investors to participate in MOV’s token economy and long-term financial ecosystem. Winvest Group is exploring blockchain and entertainment partnerships, aiming for a long-term collaboration with MOV Token to deepen resource integration and enhance value for both entities. MOV operates independently and facilitates participation in blockchain token but is not SEC-registered and may be subject to varying regulations.

Investment & Tokenomics

MOV Utility: Funding films, staking, DAO

Investor Perks: Both crypto and traditional investments

Blockchain Network: Solana

Website: https://www.movcoin.co/

Whitepaper: https://movie-coin.gitbook.io/moviecoin-whitepaper

About Winvest Group

Winvest Group (OTCQB: WNLV) is pioneering a decentralized, investor-centric entertainment ecosystem with the vision of creating For Lasting Joy. By leveraging Web3, blockchain, and AI, the company redefines film investment and distribution, unlocking value and fostering creativity. Through MovieCoin (MOV), Winvest empowers investors and creators with innovation and transparency. More than financial returns, we strive to build a legacy of joy, creativity, and connection. Join us in shaping the future of entertainment.

For more information, visit: https://www.winvestgroup.co

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This press release contains forward-looking statements subject to risks and uncertainties. Actual results may vary due to market conditions, regulatory changes, and business execution factors. The company does not guarantee financial performance or investment returns.

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Winvest Group Limited

50 West Liberty Street, Suite 880, Reno NV 89501

Email: connie.ting@winxglobal.com

Phone: 775-996-0288

 

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The Global Rush for NUT: How Popularity Creates Wealth for SmartLab Members

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As the launch of NUT Token approaches in March, a wave of excitement is building across both the SmartLab community and the wider financial world. But beyond the anticipation, what really matters is how the rising demand for NUT will directly benefit SmartLab members.

Unlike traditional investments where success depends solely on individual strategy, SmartLab members are positioned within an ecosystem where collective growth fuels individual wealth. The more people recognize the value of NUT, the greater the advantages for those who hold it early.

How Popularity Transforms into Value

In financial markets, demand is the primary driver of value. The more widely accepted an asset becomes, the more its purchasing power strengthens—this principle applies to stocks, real estate, and now digital assets like NUT.

  • Increased Adoption Means Higher Demand – As NUT gains popularity beyond the SmartLab ecosystem, demand will extend to a broader financial audience, leading to natural price appreciation.
  • Scarcity Creates Higher Valuation – NUT is not unlimited. As SmartLab members acquire and use NUT for Market Spread Trading, available supply decreases while external demand grows. This creates a strong market position for early adopters.
  • SmartLab’s Ecosystem Benefits as a Whole – The more NUT is used and recognized, the stronger the SmartLab brand becomes. As confidence in NUT rises, it attracts even more participants, reinforcing a cycle of expansion and increased wealth potential for all members.

Simply put, SmartLab members are not just holding a token—they are part of the reason it will succeed.

Why This Matters for SmartLab Members

NUT is not designed for short-term speculation—it is integrated into SmartLab’s long-term Market Spread Trading model. This means its success is not just theoretical but directly connected to real financial activity.

Here’s what this means for SmartLab members:

  • First-Mover Advantage – Those who engage with NUT before the wider market recognizes its potential will be in a stronger financial position as demand rises.
  • Dual Wealth Creation – NUT is both a utility token (used to access SmartLab’s trading system) and a potentially appreciating asset as more users enter the ecosystem.
  • Positioned for Long-Term Growth – Unlike speculative tokens that peak and fade, NUT is designed to maintain sustainable demand through its real-world function.

As NUT’s popularity grows, so does its impact on SmartLab members—and this is what makes its upcoming launch one of the most anticipated financial events in the SmartLab community.

A Defining Moment for SmartLab’s Financial Ecosystem

With just weeks until the official launch, SmartLab members have a unique opportunity to be part of something bigger than just another token release. The rising demand for NUT is not just an external market factor—it is a wealth-building event for the entire SmartLab ecosystem.

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De invloed van de Art Deco-beweging op de Asscher-snijtechniek

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De wereld van diamanten is rijk aan geschiedenis, innovatie en schoonheid. Een van de meest fascinerende aspecten van deze wereld is de invloed van kunststromingen op de manier waarop diamanten worden gesneden en gepresenteerd. Een bijzonder interessante periode in deze context is de Art Deco-beweging, die een aanzienlijke invloed heeft gehad op de populariteit en het ontwerp van de Asscher-snijtechniek.

Wat is de Art Deco-beweging?

De Art Deco-beweging ontstond in de jaren 1920 en 1930 en werd gekenmerkt door haar rijke kleuren, geometrische vormen en gedurfde ontwerpen. Deze stijl was een reactie op de organische vormen van de Art Nouveau en werd beïnvloed door verschillende culturele en artistieke stromingen, waaronder het kubisme, het futurisme en het constructivisme. Art Deco vond zijn weg in verschillende kunstvormen, waaronder architectuur, mode, interieurontwerp en sieraden.

De oorsprong van de Asscher-snijtechniek

De Asscher-snijtechniek werd in 1902 ontwikkeld door Joseph Asscher, een Nederlandse diamantslijper. Deze snijtechniek onderscheidde zich door zijn unieke, vierkante vorm met afgeschuinde hoeken en een hoge kroon. De Asscher-snijtechniek werd al snel populair vanwege zijn vermogen om het licht op een bijzondere manier te vangen en te weerkaatsen, wat resulteerde in een ongeëvenaarde schittering.

De invloed van Art Deco op de Asscher-snijtechniek

Tijdens de hoogtijdagen van de Art Deco-beweging werd de Asscher-snijtechniek opnieuw populair. De geometrische vormen en strakke lijnen van de Art Deco-stijl sloten perfect aan bij de esthetiek van de Asscher-snijtechniek. De symmetrie en precisie van de Asscher-snijtechniek weerspiegelden de kernprincipes van de Art Deco-beweging, waardoor deze snijtechniek een natuurlijke keuze werd voor sieradenontwerpers van die tijd.

Geometrische patronen en symmetrie

Een van de belangrijkste kenmerken van de Art Deco-stijl is het gebruik van geometrische patronen en symmetrie. Deze elementen zijn ook duidelijk aanwezig in de Asscher-snijtechniek. De vierkante vorm met afgeschuinde hoeken en de trapvormige facetten van de Asscher-snijtechniek creëren een gevoel van orde en harmonie, wat perfect aansluit bij de esthetiek van de Art Deco-beweging.

Gedurfde ontwerpen en luxe

Art Deco stond bekend om zijn gedurfde ontwerpen en het gebruik van luxe materialen. De Asscher-snijtechniek, met zijn ongeëvenaarde schittering en elegantie, paste perfect in deze trend. Sieradenontwerpers gebruikten de Asscher-snijtechniek om opvallende en luxueuze stukken te creëren die de aandacht trokken en een gevoel van verfijning en glamour uitstraalden.

De heropleving van de Asscher-snijtechniek

Hoewel de populariteit van de Asscher-snijtechniek in de jaren na de Art Deco-periode enigszins afnam, beleefde deze snijtechniek in de jaren 2000 een heropleving. Dit was deels te danken aan de inspanningen van de Royal Asscher Diamond Company, die de Royal Asscher brilliant cut diamonds introduceerde. Deze nieuwe snijtechniek combineerde de klassieke elementen van de originele Asscher-snijtechniek met moderne innovaties, waardoor een nog grotere schittering en helderheid werd bereikt.

De blijvende invloed van Art Deco

De invloed van de Art Deco-beweging op de Asscher-snijtechniek is nog steeds zichtbaar in de moderne sieradenindustrie. De geometrische vormen en strakke lijnen van de Art Deco-stijl blijven populair bij zowel ontwerpers als consumenten. De Asscher-snijtechniek, met zijn tijdloze elegantie en ongeëvenaarde schittering, blijft een favoriete keuze voor verlovingsringen en andere sieraden.

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