KICB Became a Partner of the International Central Asia Startup Cup (CASC) Forum
The international CASC Forum 2025 was held in Bishkek, organized by Accelerate Prosperity — a global initiative of the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN) in Central and South Asia, aimed at promoting small and growing businesses. The Central Asia Startup Cup (CASC) is the first international forum in Kyrgyzstan dedicated to the startup ecosystem of Central Asia.
The event became a key platform for discussing startup support, investment opportunities, and technological entrepreneurship in the region.
The forum brought together a large number of participants from across Central Asia — including startup teams, investors, representatives of accelerators, tech companies, and government agencies. The program covered topics such as venture capital, global trends in the startup industry, the implementation of solutions in FinTech, HealthTech, FemTech, and DeepTech, along with business angel sessions and startup pitch competitions. Winning teams had the opportunity to receive investments of up to USD 10,000.
KICB’s participation in the Central Asia Startup Cup (CASC) as a forum partner strengthens the bank’s engagement with the innovation-driven business community. The bank offers entrepreneurs a range of tools for managing their business in a convenient digital format — including internet banking, remote service channels, flexible settlement solutions, and services tailored to customer needs. KICB consistently implements approaches focused on accessibility, innovation, and the reliability of its financial products.
By supporting the Central Asia Startup Cup (CASC), KICB contributes to the development of a modern entrepreneurial environment, the expansion of access to financing, and the strengthening of trust between the bank and the business sector.