In a world where technology is transforming reality faster than humanity can comprehend, innovation is becoming the foundation of future leadership. In response to this global challenge, applications have opened for the 15th anniversary international award "Innovation Time." In 2025, the award reaches a new level: for the first time, the awards ceremony will be held in December in Tashkent, a dynamic growth hub in Central Asia. This underscores the growing global status of the award and opens new horizons for international partnership.
Tashkent as a Bridge to the Future
The decision to hold the anniversary ceremony in Uzbekistan is strategic and symbolic. It reflects the growing integration of markets and the desire to create a unified space for technological cooperation.
"Holding the anniversary award in Tashkent is a symbolic step, emphasizing the growing role of Central Asia on the map of global technologies," noted Elena Khomutova, Executive Director of the award. "Events dedicated to the development of technology and digital transformation are catalysts for progress, allowing us not only to exchange knowledge but also to create a future together where technology serves the benefit of people and the sustainable development of the entire region."
Key Nominations for Technology Breakthrough Leaders
The award traditionally covers a wide range of areas that define the face of the modern economy. Among the key nominations for 2025 are:
· "Technological Breakthrough of the Year"
· "AI Project of the Year" and "AI Solution of the Year" — focusing on artificial intelligence.
· "Import Substitution and Localization: Company of the Year" — a relevant agenda for strengthening technological sovereignty.
· "ESG Innovation of the Year" — for projects focused on sustainable development.
· "Innovation-Active Company of the Year"
Special Project "Cybersecurity Leaders"
Special attention is paid this year to the field of information security. As part of the "Innovation Time" award, a special project is launching — the industry award "Cybersecurity Leaders." Its task is to define new standards of protection in the digital age and to recognize best practices. Among its nominations are:
· "Cyber Hero of the Year" — for outstanding specialists.
· "Product of the Year" and "Cloud Security Solution of the Year" — for technology leaders.
· "Company of the Year" and "Discovery of the Year" — to recognize the best players in the market.
A Platform for Creating the Future
In anticipation of the awards ceremony, participants will attend the large-scale "Innovation Time" forum. Its program includes thematic tracks in key areas: innovation in business and public administration, biotechnology, as well as a separate track on cybersecurity, partnered by the company "Cyberdome."
The event will become the main platform for professional dialogue, where, as before, breakthrough cases will be presented. For example, last year Gazprombank shared its experience in implementing quantum-inspired algorithms.
Award of Flagships
Laureates of the "Innovation Time" award in various years have included flagships of the Russian economy, for whom innovation is the basis of their strategy: Rosatom, Sber, MTS, Russian Railways, Aeroflot, Gazprombank, Lukoil, VTB, and many others.
Applications for the XV international award "Innovation Time" and the special project "Cybersecurity Leaders" are ongoing. Detailed information about nominations, participation conditions, and the event program is available on the official website of the award.
Detailed information about nominations, participation conditions and the program is available on the website.
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