Early-stage startups from Central Eurasia have just day left to apply for Road to Battlefield 2026, a regional initiative that will award $100,000 in investment and provide a direct pathway to TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200 and TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco.
The program is organized in partnership with IT PARK Uzbekistan, Silkroad Innovation Hub, and Astana Hub to help the region’s most promising startups gain international exposure, connect with global investors, and accelerate their expansion into international markets.
Three winning startups will share a total investment pool of $100,000, with $50,000 awarded to the first-place team, $30,000 to the runner-up, and $20,000 to the third-place winner.
Beyond funding, the selected startups will represent Central Eurasia at TechCrunch Startup Battlefield 200 and TechCrunch Disrupt 2026 in San Francisco. The package also includes round-trip airfare, accommodation, an exhibition booth at TechCrunch Disrupt, OpenAI benefits, curated investor meetings, and access to global networking opportunities.
The competition is open to startups at the Seed stage or earlier with a working MVP and a valuation below $5 million.
As Central Eurasia continues to emerge as a growing innovation hub, initiatives like Road to Battlefield aim to give regional founders greater visibility on the global startup stage while strengthening connections between local ecosystems and international venture capital.
Applications remain open until June 30.
