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From Post-Soviet “Wild West” to Global AI Hub: The Resilient Diaspora of BelTech 4.0
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In the 1990s, building a tech company in Eastern Europe meant navigating an unmapped "Wild West"—lacking venture capital, telecommunications infrastructure, and legal frameworks. On September 25, 2026, BelTech 4.0 gathers founders from over 15 countries to showcase how that very ecosystem evolved into a global powerhouse. Featuring keynotes from EPAM co-founder Leonid Lozner and Wargaming co-founder Marat Karpeka, the forum explores both the origins and the AI-driven future of the IT diaspora.

Key highlights from the BelTech 4.0 agenda include:

Navigating Global Operations: Head-to-head debates comparing operational setups in Poland versus Cyprus.

Venture Insights: Investment strategies from Verras Capital and Zubr Capital targeting emerging startups.

AI Transformation: Panel discussions with Google, Tripledot, and Highcore Games on AI's impact on game development.

The ability of tech entrepreneurs to self-organize across borders demonstrates the enduring power of horizontal networks. Read the full historical breakdown and event analysis on our archive.dacha. To learn more about how decentralized civil and tech networks are documented, explore the BRA.