THE ROLE OF STARTUPS AND INNOVATIVE ACTIVITIES IN SHAPING YOUTH INCOME
Abstract
Abstract. This article highlights the role and significance of startups and innovative activities in ensuring youth employment and shaping their income in the context of the modern economy. Since the traditional labor market today is no longer capable of fulfilling all the economic and creative aspirations of the younger generation, innovative entrepreneurship and startups are emerging as alternative and highly effective sources of income. The article analyzes the components of the startup ecosystem, the priority directions of state policy on supporting youth entrepreneurship, tax incentives, and foreign experience. The article also examines the current state of the startup environment in Uzbekistan, existing problems, and develops scientific-practical proposals and recommendations for addressing them.
Keywords
Keywords: youth income, startup, innovative activity, ecosystem, digital economy, venture financing, venture funds.
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