Selection for the international festival has opened «100 future SCO innovators»

The state institution «Innovation Center» under the Ministry of Science, Higher Education and Innovation of the Kyrgyz Republic announces a competitive selection of participants for the International Festival «100 future SCO innovators», which will be held in April 2026 in Tashkent (Republic of Uzbekistan).The festival is aimed at supporting innovation activities, identifying talented youth and developing the scientific, technical and innovative potential of the SCO member states –.The festival program includes:— robotics olympics— drone control olympics— innovation and startup competition— AI in Cybersecurity HackathonCitizens of the Kyrgyz Republic aged 17 to 30 years who have innovative projects in the fields of science, technology, digital solutions, sustainable development and other promising areas are invited to participate.Citizens of the Kyrgyz Republic over 18 years of age «students and specialists working in the field of artificial intelligence and cybersecurity can participate in the nomination » Hackathon on artificial intelligence in cybersecurity—. Experience with Python, PyTorch or similar tools, as well as knowledge of the basics of cybersecurity, are encouraged.Application deadline — until March 6, 2026.Applications are accepted by email: innovation.center.min.gov@mail.ruAdditional information by phone: +996 505 167 497.