Uzbekistan's high-tech bet: The new Digital Silk Road

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Uzbekistan's high-tech bet: The new Digital Silk Road

The legendary Silk Road is being reborn, and this time the caravans are made of data. NexTech travels to Uzbekistan to explore how this Central Asian nation is positioning itself as the critical technological nexus between Europe and Asia.

From the historic squares of Samarkand to the massive computational power fuelling new AI hubs, we explore "The Digital Silk Road," investigating how Uzbekistan’s strategic position makes it vital for the future of global trade and data transfer. We experience the speed of the Afrosiyob railway, look inside the state-of-the-art Center for Islamic Civilization, and meet the fintech startups redefining commerce.

How does a nation blend 2,000 years of history with advanced AI? Find out on NexTech.