CAREC University Startup Generator 2023

HealthTech

After the COVID-19 pandemic, people prefer to attend online gym classes. 

The global online/virtual fitness market size is expected to grow from $11.39 billion in 2021 to $16.15 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 41.84%. The market grew as enterprises resumed operations and adapted to the new normal after COVID-19. Online fitness market size anticipated to reach $79.87 billion in 2026 at 49.12% CAGR. However, low awareness about the services and courses offered by the players in the industry hamper the market growth. 

How can we make online fitness more interesting for people from Central Asia?

MobilityTech

COVID-19 saw different organizations quickly adapt to support a remote workforce. 

More job seekers are interested in remote work. Since March 2020, global "remote" job searches on LinkedIn have increased to 60%. Moreover, companies are also hiring more remote roles as they saw productivity increases brought about by shorter commutes for workers and the improved workflow process as talent realized the possibilities of tech solutions and collaborative tools. COVID-19 brought about a shift in the workplace mindset. According to Ladders' data, remote work is here to stay.

How can we improve the efficiency of remote workers with technologies?

CleanTech

Climate tech startups raised $39.2Bn across 605 venture deals in 2021. Compared to the same period in 2020, investment in the second half 2021 doubled.

In this industry, 7 primary verticals are emerging: Energy, Food & Water, Mobility, Industrial, Consumer, Climate, and Carbon. Among these, innovations for moving people and goods received a considerable attention such as (a) electric vehicle (EV); (b) Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) and components; (c) EV charging, fleet management, battery technology and recycling; (d) electric micro mobility and ridesharing; and (e) urban public transportation.