BAKU, Azerbaijan, June 1. Kazakhstan has
entered the global top 10 fastest-growing startup ecosystems in the
Rising Stars category of Dealroom.co's Global Tech Ecosystem Index
2026, reflecting the country's growing investment appeal and
strengthening position as a technology hub in Central Asia,
Trend reports via the
country’s Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital
Development.
According to the Ministry, the result was achieved through
long-term efforts to develop IT entrepreneurship and build a
support ecosystem for technology companies, with a particular focus
on artificial intelligence and emerging technologies.
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence
and Digital Development Zhaslan Madiyev said the recognition
confirms that Kazakhstan's technology sector is becoming an
increasingly visible player in the global innovation landscape.
He noted that the country is creating favorable conditions for
scaling technology projects and attracting international investors,
helping local startups expand into foreign markets and integrate
into the global venture ecosystem.
The ranking was published by analytical platform Dealroom.co as
part of its Global Tech Ecosystem Index 2026. Dealroom is widely
regarded as one of the leading global data providers tracking
startup ecosystems, venture capital activity and technology
companies, alongside platforms such as Crunchbase and
PitchBook.
The index evaluates 325 cities across 77 countries using
quantitative indicators including venture capital volumes, company
valuations and patent activity. The Rising Stars category focuses
on rapidly developing technology ecosystems and applies adjustments
based on local GDP per capita and cost of living to measure
innovation growth more accurately across emerging markets.
