Almaty Innovation Summit to Highlight Central Asia’s Growing Crypto Influence

Central Asia asserts its status as a global crypto, with the Almaty Innovation Summit bringing together some of the region’s brightest minds.

Finn Miller

Published: Oct 11, 2024 at 16:45

On October 19, 2024, Kazakhstan welcomes blockchain professionals from across the globe. One of Central Asia’s biggest emerging tech events, the Almaty Innovation Summit will accelerate blockchain innovation in the area and highlight the region’s growing influence in the crypto industry.

Beyond informative panels, illuminating discussions, and extensive networking opportunities, the Almaty Innovation Summit also serves as an incubator for emerging startups looking to raise funds and deliver meaningful products.

Here’s everything you need to know about the event.

What to Expect at the Almaty Innovation Summit

The Almaty Innovation Summit aims to position Kazakhstan and the broader Central Asian region as a burgeoning hub for blockchain and cryptocurrency innovation. By bringing together experts, investors, and startups, the event seeks to:

Foster dialogue on emerging technologies and their potential impact
Showcase the region's growing talent pool and innovative projects
Attract international attention and investment to Central Asia's tech scene

Experts from all sectors of the crypto space will take the stage to discuss new developments at the forefront of blockchain innovation. The event’s organizers have opted for a balanced agenda, with thought leaders in digitized banking services, Web3 infrastructure, cryptocurrency exchange operation, and AI scheduled to deliver illuminating keynotes on the industry’s future.

Given Kazakhstan’s prominent role in the crypto mining industry, the event will also touch on emerging trends in mining, such as sustainable practices and crypto’s collective push towards green energy sources.

The Almaty Innovation Summit is co-organized by the MOST Ecosystem, a group dedicated to fostering Central Asian tech startups, and Solana Nomads, a local community group of Solana builders.

Pavel Koktyshev, MOST Ecosystem Managing Partner, has lauded Kazakhstan’s commitment to pushing the tech industry forward, marking the nation as a key player in the industry’s future.

"Kazakhstan is strategically positioned as the gateway to the tech market in Central Asia and is ready to advance Web3 technologies in the region." - Pavel Koktyshev, MOST Ecosystem Managing Partner

The event also plays host to the Startup Battle, where local teams can demonstrate their applications and solutions to investors and venture funds in a bid to attract support for emerging projects.

What Can Solana Users Look Forward To?

One of the groups behind the Almaty Innovation Summit, Solana Nomads, has ensured that the Solana ecosystem will be well-represented at the event.

Kevin Lim, Nitro Labs COO, will present critical information surrounding Termina, a Solana-focused Rollup-as-a-Service (RaaS) platform that provides scalable architecture for deploying application-specific rollups. Beyond Termina, Lim will also offer valuable insights on the state of the Solana network.

Additionally, Step Finance Head of Growth Chris Fiore is expected to deliver a presentation on Step’s roadmap to onboarding the next billion users to the Web3 world. Fiore will highlight Step Finance and its subsidiaries’ efforts to connect and educate newcomers to the space.

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Solana Nomads, co-organizers of the event, is excited to demonstrate the prowess and talent on display in Central Asia. The team is enthusiastic about creating new opportunities for the region’s builders.

“As members of Solana Nomads, our mission is to help local people discover new opportunities in the Web3 space. We’re committed to empowering individuals and builders in our community by providing them with the tools, knowledge, and connections to thrive in this emerging industry,” - Rustem, a Solana Nomads’ Spokesman.

The Almaty Innovation Summit marks a key milestone for crypto adoption and growth worldwide. The event proves the global nature of the blockchain industry, drawing attention to Central Asia’s talented network of builders and industry experts.