Uzbek startups presented their projects in Washington with the participation of the U.S. Presidential Special Representative

During the official visit to the United States, a presentation featuring Central Asian startups took place in Washington, D.C., with the involvement of Sergio Gor, the Special Representative of the President of the United States for South and Central Asia. This event was organized as part of the Silkroad Innovation Hub program, which is designed to promote innovation and technological entrepreneurship throughout the region.

The Silkroad Innovation Hub is a community center situated in the heart of Silicon Valley, specifically in Palo Alto, USA. It acts as a significant partner of IT Park Uzbekistan, aiding in the growth of the startup and venture ecosystem while enhancing international collaboration in technology and innovation.

Uzbekistan showcased three startups: Tilmoch AI, Growy AI, and Numeo AI, highlighting the nation’s expanding capabilities in artificial intelligence and digital innovation.

Tilmoch AI is an AI-driven translation and language platform that advocates for Turkic languages in the digital realm. Founded by Mukhammadsaid Mamasaidov, a young entrepreneur whose journey has inspired many, the project began with the development of the online proofreader Tahrirchi. Today, Tilmoch AI boasts over 130,000 monthly users and is gaining international recognition.

The platform accommodates a diverse array of Turkic languages, including Uzbek, Kazakh, Turkish, and Uyghur, reaching an audience of more than 180 million speakers. In recent years, the startup has garnered several prestigious accolades, such as $50,000 from the mGov Award (2022) and $100,000 from the President Tech Award (2023). It has also successfully raised $150,000 in investments from AloqaVentures, Yoshlar Ventures, and IT Park Ventures, achieving a valuation of $1.5 million. Currently, the startup is engaged in the AlchemistX Silicon Valley Residency.

Growy AI is an intelligent platform aimed at improving team performance and management decision-making through artificial intelligence. This solution allows businesses to analyze team dynamics, automate feedback collection, and provide personalized recommendations to enhance productivity.

Currently, over 5,000 users are involved in Growy AI’s digital coaching pilot programs. The company has established an office in the United States and is in the process of finalizing contracts worth $50,000. Additionally, the startup has secured $15,000 in funding from U.S. business angels.

With the support of IT Park Uzbekistan, Growy AI is currently utilized by various local firms to enhance HR processes and improve the management of corporate culture. The startup was recognized as one of the top finalists in Tumaris.Tech and Plug and Play and is actively engaged in the AlchemistX Silicon Valley Residency accelerator in the United States.

Numeo AI serves as an intelligent logistics assistant that develops digital employees for the automation of business processes. The platform employs machine learning technologies to streamline supply chains, assess delivery routes, and predict demand.

Under the leadership of accomplished entrepreneur Akmal Paiziev, the startup aids companies in reducing costs and minimizing human errors in their operations. Numeo AI solutions have already been adopted by several logistics firms in the U.S., showcasing significant scalability potential in global markets. The team is focused on creating AI agents for logistics companies, dispatchers, and suppliers.

Numeo AI is part of the 2024 cohort of the AlchemistX Silicon Valley Residency, a prominent B2B accelerator in Silicon Valley.

Sergio Gor emphasized the considerable potential of startups and expressed his belief that such initiatives play a vital role in enhancing international technological collaboration and unlocking the innovative capabilities of the region's youth.

IT Park Uzbekistan remains dedicated to supporting startups that foster innovation, generate employment opportunities, and elevate Uzbekistan’s status as a technological hub in Central Asia.