16 IT events in Central Asia worth attending in December

Kazakhstan

Google DevFest Astana 2024
The event will feature eight Google Developer Experts, as well as representatives from businesses and companies in Central Asia. Participants can expect workshops and sessions on AI and Big Data, practical case studies, and discussions on the future of AI and its impact on the industry. A Call for Papers is also open for those who wish to present.

When: December 5, from 09:00 to 22:00
Where: Astana, Mangilik El Ave, 55/8, Astana Hub

The Tech Live Stream
Speaker Nurdaulet Bazylibekov, Founder of Eurasian Hub, will share insights on the first hackathon in Europe for programmers and founders from Central Asia, supported by Google, Mistral AI, and Antler.

When: December 5 at 18:00 Astana time
Where: Online on The Tech Telegram channel

Nomad Game Ham 2024
This is a republican festival of video game developers. The festival aims to popularize Kazakh games and nomadic culture through the creation of video games. Projects must align with the Nomad theme.

When: December 6-9
Where: Almaty, Satpayev University

IT-AIEL 2.0 & TechnoWomen Final Conference
A Demo Day conference and annual report to summarize the year's achievements and learn about the accomplishments of TechnoWomen and the IT-AIEL 2.0 project.

When: December 10 at 09:00
Where: Astana, Coventry University Kazakhstan Ave.

MOST Impact Ball
A New Year's Eve evening with major investors, funds, and business leaders. Expect a high-quality target audience, the opportunity to listen to project pitches and discuss ideas with their creators, an auction of unique lots, a real waltz, an entertainment program, a luxurious venue, and elegant decor.

When: December 20 at 19:00
Where: Almaty, al-Farabi Ave, 140A, Villa Dei Fiori

The Tech Live Stream
This pre-New Year's live stream will feature speakers from Central Asia summarizing the IT industry in 2024, discussing key events, and sharing interesting insights. Don't miss it!

When: December 25 at 18:00 Astana time
Where: Online on The Tech Telegram channel

Kyrgyzstan

Workland Day Job Festival
Workland Day is a large-scale job and career growth festival where leading companies from various sectors present interesting job openings.

When: December 7
Where: Bishkek

Online Pitch for Central Asian Startups
This is a great opportunity to pitch live to investors and learn how to create and deliver your dream pitch. You can join as a guest to listen to other startups present.

When: December 11 at 18:00 Astana time
Where: Online on The Tech Telegram channel

Uzbekistan

Digital Startups Week
Digital Startups Week is an event for inspiring and supporting startups. The program includes workshops, bootcamps, the President Tech Award finale, the opening of GameDev HQ Academy and IT Park Ventures, a Venture & Startup Hall exhibition, and a consultation zone.

When: December 2-7
Where: Tashkent

GDG Tashkent
This year, you will meet international speakers, including Google Developer Experts and Googlers, who will share their insights and inspire you with new ideas. This is not just a conference—it's a chance to network, learn something new, and get inspired by the brightest minds in the tech world.

When: December 7 at 10:00
Where: Tashkent, Panorama Cinema Palace

PizzaPitch Women New Year Edition
This event is designed for women entrepreneurs and gives them the opportunity to present their projects to investors and business owners. The event format includes five-minute pitches, Q&A sessions, and inspiring talks by StartCamp participants. The best projects will receive awards and support for further development.

When: December 14
Where: Tashkent, U-Enter Innovation Center

Live Stream on The Tech
Kamran Khodjaev from Uzbekistan will discuss his startup, Koop Technologies, and the differences between the US and Uzbek markets in a live stream.

When: December 19 at 18:00 Astana time
Where: Online on The Tech Telegram channel

Tajikistan

DevCon 2024
DevCon is a unique conference where local and international software developers and IT experts gather to exchange ideas, experience, and knowledge from the tech field. It is an opportunity for everyone interested in the IT world to better understand it and find opportunities for the future.

When: December 7, from 09:00 to 16:00
Where: Khujand, Polytechnic Institute

World

VIII International Banking Forum
IBF is one of the leading annual events in the field of finance and banking in the republic. The forum is attended by senior representatives of financial market regulators, FinTech companies, associations, international financial institutions, embassies, and the academic community. The theme of the event is "Secure, Safe, and Sustainable Banking."

When: December 3-4
Where: Baku, Baku Marriott Boulevard Hotel

FinTech Connect
FinTech Connect brings together leaders from the UK, Europe, and other countries over two days, sparking ideas, building partnerships, and accelerating change. The mission of the event is to unite global thought leaders in the fintech ecosystem. Each year, it welcomes leading global FinTech companies, top-tier financial institutions, challenger companies, merchants, scale-ups, and startups, investors, accelerators, and media—all those striving for innovation in the market, expanding their presence, and growing their business.

When: December 4-5
Where: London, ExCeL London

Global AI Show 2024
This artificial intelligence conference invites you to meet the top 1% of AI specialists and interact with the brightest minds shaping the future. Immerse yourself in the most transformative AI applications across various industries: healthcare, customer experience, fintech, cybersecurity, supply chain and logistics, intelligent data and analytics, and AI in 2057—the future frontiers.

When: December 12-13
Where: Dubai, Grand Hyatt Dubai