An opportunity for Azerbaijan’s game studios to participate in a prestigious global event!
10 April 2026 The Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IRIA), in partnership with Xsolla, has announced an open call for applications for game studios from Azerbaijan to participate in the Digital Dragons 2026, which will take place on May 17–19, 2026 in Krakow. This event will provide game studios with the opportunity to showcase their […]
Registration has started for the new training cohort of the Azerbaijan Cybersecurity Center
7 April 2026 Registration has opened for a new training cohort at the Azerbaijan Cybersecurity Center, jointly established by the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, the Innovation and Digital Development Agency, and the Technion – Israel Institute of Technology. This cohort offers a special opportunity: among those who successfully complete the program, the top […]
The Xsolla–IDDA Incubation Program, aimed at supporting the development of the digital gaming ecosystem, has been launched
1 April 2026 Registration has opened for the Xsolla–IDDA Incubation Program, launched through a partnership between the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IRIA) and Xsolla. The program offers individual game developers and early-stage game teams from Azerbaijan and the region a comprehensive pathway—from idea to minimum viable product (MVP)—including development strategy, mentorship from international experts, […]
IDDA and Plug and Play launch a program supporting startups’ access to global markets
23 March 2026 Within the framework of cooperation between the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA) and the renowned U.S.-based innovation company Plug and Play, the “GOAL” (soft landing) program has been launched to accelerate the access of high-potential startups to the Silicon Valley ecosystem. Throughout the program, startups will gain essential skills in strategic […]
The IDDA delegation discussed cooperation on digital development in the Republic of Chad
17 March 2026 A delegation from the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA) paid an official visit to the Republic of Chad. The delegation also included senior representatives of state-owned companies and technopark residents. The visit took place at the invitation of the Minister of Telecommunications, Digital Economy and Digitalization of Administration of the Republic […]
The “Action Plan for Accelerating Digital Development for 2026–2028” has been approved – What to expect?
2 March 2026 On 11 February 2026, at a meeting chaired by the President of the Republic of Azerbaijan, Ilham Aliyev, key decisions were adopted to shape the country’s digital future. By Presidential Decree, the Digital Development Council of the Republic of Azerbaijan was established to define priorities in digitalization, e-government, artificial intelligence, and innovation, […]
Training sessions on “Digital Literacy and Cyber Awareness” were conducted in Bilasuvar by the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA)
25 February 2026 Training sessions on “Digital Literacy and Cyber Awareness” were held in Bilasuvar at the initiative of the Bilasuvar District Executive Authority and organized by the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA), and the National Artificial Intelligence Center. The primary objective of the training was to […]
An international education program on digital skills has been launched in higher education institutions
16 February 2026 The inauguration ceremony of “IT SkillSprint,” an international intensive education program on digital skills in the country’s higher education institutions, has been held. The project is implemented through a partnership between the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, the Ministry of Science and Education, the Innovation and Digital Development Agency, the State […]
The Azerbaijan–Turkey ICT Business Forum was held with the partnership of IDDA
11 February 2026 The forum titled “Azerbaijan–Turkey Business Forum: Digital Transformation and Technology Bridge” was held in partnership with the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IRIA), the Turkish Informatics Industry Association (TÜBİSAD), and the consulting company “Sistem Global Danışmanlık A.Ş.” The event brought together a total of 70 ICT companies from Türkiye and Azerbaijan, as well […]
Another 100 individuals have graduated from the Azerbaijan Cybersecurity Center
10 February 2026 The sixth “Graduation Day” of the Azerbaijan Cybersecurity Center, established jointly by the Ministry of Digital Development and Transport, the Innovation and Digital Development Agency (IDDA), and Israel’s Technion – Israel Institute of Technology, has taken place. This training wave produced 100 new cybersecurity specialists. The opening of the event featured speeches […]