Around 450 projects compete for the top spot: how Turkmenistan seeks out young IT talent

The selection stage for the "Digital Solution – 2026" innovative projects competition is currently underway at the Ministry of Communications of Turkmenistan. Approximately 450 projects have been submitted for participation.

The primary goal of the competition is to identify the creative and scientific-technical potential of young people, support pioneering initiatives, and foster innovative projects that can contribute to the development of the digital economy.

During the qualifying stage, participants present their projects to the jury. They provide detailed information about the capabilities of their developments, their technical features, and their practical significance.

The competition covers seven areas: artificial intelligence, robotics and automation, smart agricultural technologies, Smart City, education and e-learning, digital medicine, and service systems.

The jury members evaluate projects based on criteria such as innovation, technical implementation, efficiency, compliance with cybersecurity requirements, and feasibility for deployment.

The "Digital Solution – 2026" competition plays a significant role in identifying young talent, helping to bring their innovative ideas to life, and providing fresh momentum for the development of digital technologies in the country.