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🏴‍☠️ Uzbekistan-Developed Game Windrose Earns $30M in Just 10 Days 💰 Pirate survival hit Windrose has generated $30 mln in revenue within 10 days of its early access launch on Steam. 🎮 Developed by Uzbekistan-based studio Kraken Express, the game quickly surpassed 1.3 million players after launching on April 14. 📈 The success translates to roughly $400,000 in revenue per employee at the 60-person studio—one of the strongest indie launches of the year. 🚀 Analysts credit the game’s quality, affordable pricing and smart community-driven marketing strategy for its rapid rise. 🌊 Windrose is outperforming major competitors and has become the fastest-selling survival debut since Palworld. 👥 A large share of players come from popular survival titles like Valheim, ARK: Survival Evolved and The Forest, with strong interest in pirate-themed gameplay. 📊 A targeted demo campaign during Steam Next Fest helped drive nearly half a million wishlists and strong launch conversions. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

📊 Uzbekistan’s GDP Surges by 8.7% in Q1 2026 📈 Uzbekistan’s economy grew by 8.7% year-on-year in the first quarter of 2026, reaching 447.9 trillion soums ($37.1 billion). 🏗 Construction led the surge with a 16.3% jump, while industry expanded by 8%, highlighting strong momentum across key sectors. 🛍 The services sector rose by 8.8%, with trade up 19.4% and information and communications growing by 18.3%. 💰 GDP per capita increased to 11.7 million soums, reflecting a 6.7% rise in real terms. 📉 The share of the informal economy declined to 22.9% of GDP, signalling progress in economic transparency. 🚀 The data points to stable growth and continued economic transformation across Uzbekistan. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

💱 Uzbekistan Eases Foreign Currency Rules for Expats and Businesses 🏦 The Central Bank of Uzbekistan has introduced new measures to liberalise foreign exchange regulations across the country. 🌍 Individuals can now transfer money via bank accounts regardless of citizenship, while foreigners gain broader rights for investments, donations and inheritance-related transactions. 📈 Businesses will benefit from reduced bureaucracy, with fewer documentation requirements for foreign currency purchases and dividend payments. 📝 Minor application errors can now be corrected instantly, speeding up banking processes. 💸 Foreign investors are allowed to freely repatriate profits from the sale of local securities, boosting capital mobility. 🔍 All currency transactions will be tracked through a centralised monitoring system to ensure transparency. ⚠️ While individuals face no limits on cash withdrawals, companies will still require approval for specific operational withdrawals. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

⚖️ Swiss Court Drops Money Laundering Case Against Gulnara Karimova 🏛 A Swiss court has suspended proceedings against Gulnara Karimova, citing legal barriers preventing her from leaving Uzbekistan to stand trial. ⛓️ Karimova is currently serving a prison sentence until 2028, with the statute of limitations in Switzerland set to expire before the case could conclude. 📑 Despite this, the wider investigation continues, with Lombard Odier and a former asset manager still facing legal scrutiny. 💰 Authorities believe Karimova managed a network of up to 30 Swiss bank accounts used to hold illicit funds. 🔒 Her Swiss assets remain frozen and could still be confiscated if proven to be linked to criminal activity. 🌍 Officials say the focus is on ensuring funds are legally recovered and potentially returned to Uzbekistan. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

🚢 Sanctioned Russian Oligarch’s £370M Superyacht Crosses Blockaded Strait of Hormuz ⚠️ The 142-metre superyacht Nord, linked to a Russian oligarch close to Vladimir Putin, has crossed the heavily restricted Strait of Hormuz. 📍 Tracking data shows the vessel travelled from Dubai to Muscat over the weekend, despite most private ships avoiding the route amid rising tensions. 🌍 The strait remains a critical global energy corridor, with disruptions driving oil prices higher and sharply reducing maritime traffic. 🤝 The crossing comes as Iran deepens diplomatic ties with Russia during the ongoing crisis, with high-level meetings taking place in St Petersburg. 💰 Valued at around £370 million, the yacht is reportedly owned by steel magnate Alexey Mordashov, who is under Western sanctions. 🚨 The voyage highlights ongoing geopolitical tensions and the uneven enforcement of sanctions across different jurisdictions. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

💰 Tashkent Weather & Market Update – April 28, 2026 ☀️ Weather: Sunny throughout the day. With temperatures ranging from +29°C to +17°C. Don't forget your sunscreen! 💵 Exchange rate: 1 USD = 12,072 UZS 🥇 Gold: $4,665 ₿ Bitcoin: $77,881 Stay updated and plan your day wisely!

🌐 Further Expansion of the SCO Remains on the Agenda 🤝 The Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is continuing to consider new member states as part of its long-term development strategy. 🗣 Officials say any expansion will depend on unanimous approval from existing members, in line with the bloc’s principles. 📈 Since its founding in 2001, the SCO has expanded significantly and now includes 27 affiliated countries. 🌍 The organisation currently has 10 full members, alongside observer states and dialogue partners across Asia and the Middle East. 🛡 Its Regional Anti-Terrorist Structure (RATS), based in Tashkent, plays a key role in coordinating security efforts. 🚀 The continued interest in joining reflects the SCO’s growing geopolitical influence and global appeal. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

⚖️ Swiss Corruption Trial Begins for Gulnara Karimova 🏛 A major corruption trial involving Gulnara Karimova has opened at Switzerland’s Federal Criminal Court in Bellinzona. 💼 Prosecutors allege she led a criminal network that extracted hundreds of millions in bribes from telecom companies entering Uzbekistan. 📑 Charges include corruption, money laundering and leading a criminal organisation, with parts of the Swiss financial sector also under scrutiny. 🏦 A former asset manager and private bank Lombard Odier face accusations of failing to prevent illicit financial flows. 💰 U.S. estimates suggest the network received over $865 million from major telecom firms. ⛓️ Karimova is currently serving a 13-year prison sentence in Uzbekistan and is not attending the trial in person. 🌍 The case highlights complex international investigations involving cross-border financial systems and cooperation between multiple countries. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

💰 Uzbekistan Sees $13.7Bn in Investments in Q1 2026 📈 Total investment in Uzbekistan reached $13.7 billion in the first quarter of 2026, marking a 1.6x increase year-on-year. 🌍 Foreign investment and international loans accounted for $9.7 billion in fixed capital, reflecting strong global interest in the economy. 🏗 Over 1,500 projects worth $1.2 billion were launched, creating around 28,000 jobs across key sectors. 📍 Tashkent led regional investment with $2.2 billion, followed by Namangan, Fergana, Andijan and Tashkent region. 🇨🇳 China was the largest investor with $6.4 billion, while Russia and Turkey also made significant contributions. 🚀 Looking ahead, more than 120 new projects worth $5.1 billion are planned, backed by international financial institutions. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

🇺🇸 “I Wasn’t Worried”: Trump Responds After Gunfire at Press Dinner 🚨 Gunfire disrupted the White House Correspondents’ Dinner in Washington, forcing the evacuation of President Donald Trump, the First Lady and thousands of attendees. 🛡 Authorities say the situation was quickly contained, with one Secret Service agent struck in a protective vest but no fatalities reported. 🗣 Trump later said he felt unfazed during the incident, stating: “I wasn’t worried… we live in a crazy world.” 🎤 A subsequent interview turned tense after references to the suspect’s manifesto, prompting a sharp response from the president. 👮‍♂️ The suspect, identified as a 31-year-old from California, was arrested at the scene and faces multiple federal charges. 📅 Despite the incident, Trump called for the event to be rescheduled soon, saying it should not be cancelled due to the attack. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn

💰 Tashkent Weather & Market Update – April 27, 2026 ☀️ Weather: Sunny throughout the day. With temperatures ranging from +27°C to +16°C. Don't forget your sunscreen! 💵 Exchange rate: 1 USD = 12,020 UZS 🥇 Gold: $4,709 ₿ Bitcoin: $77,802 Stay updated and plan your day wisely!

🌧 Heavy Rainfall Triggers Oil Spill in Surkhandarya Region ⚠️ Authorities in Uzbekistan have confirmed an oil spill in the Surkhandarya region following reports of discoloured water and oily films from local residents. 🌊 Severe rainfall on April 23 caused flooding in Boysun district, overwhelming temporary dams used to contain crude oil near drilling sites. 🛢 The overflow allowed water mixed with oil to spread through nearby streams and into the Surkhandarya river. 🔧 The ERIELL Group has since reinforced the damaged barriers, stopping further leakage on the same day. 🔍 Environmental authorities have launched investigations, with water samples sent for laboratory analysis. 🚨 Officials have introduced round-the-clock monitoring in flood-prone areas to prevent similar incidents in the future. Telegram /Site/LinkedIn