Almaty will host a major technological event GITEX Ai Central Asia & Caucasus

The international technology event GITEX Ai Central Asia & Caucasus Kazakhstan will take place in Almaty, bringing together representatives of the technology industry, startup ecosystem, investors, and government bodies of the region. The forum will become one of the largest platforms for discussing the development of artificial intelligence, digital technologies, and the innovative economy in Central Asia and the Caucasus.

The event is organized by the global network of technology events GITEX Global in collaboration with the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry of Kazakhstan, with the support of the international tech park Astana Hub and the Almaty City Akimat. The holding of the forum coincides with the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence declared in Kazakhstan. The organizers expect the event to become an important step in strengthening international technological cooperation, attracting investments, and developing the regional startup ecosystem.

Leading world experts in the fields of artificial intelligence, cloud technologies, data processing, cybersecurity, fintech, and digital infrastructure are expected to participate. The forum will feature a technology solutions exhibition, panel discussions, startup presentations, and meetings between investors and entrepreneurs.

Zhaslan Madiev, Deputy Prime Minister - Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan

Darkhan Satybaldy, Akim of Almaty City

“By hosting GITEX in Almaty, we are strengthening the city’s positioning as one of the key centers of innovation, trade, and entrepreneurship in Central Asia. As advanced technologies develop at the local level, our national goal becomes increasingly clear – to export these technologies to global markets.”

Trixie Lo Mirmann, CEO inD, global organizer of GITEX

“Kazakhstan demonstrates a strategic approach to shaping a digital future based on opportunities and socio-economic impact. Almaty sits at the intersection of entrepreneurial energy and innovative potential necessary to realize this vision. GITEX in Almaty provides the world with the opportunity not only to witness the large-scale industrial and technological awakening of Central Asia and the Caucasus but also to become an active participant in shaping this process.”

Today, Almaty is considered one of the largest technology hubs in Kazakhstan. The city hosts more than 1,500 startups and concentrates nearly half of the country’s venture capital. Additionally, the international scientific and technological institute of artificial intelligence QAIST is planned to open there, which should serve as a platform for training specialists and conducting AI research.

GITEX Ai Central Asia & Caucasus Kazakhstan will become part of the global network of GITEX technology events, which unites innovative ecosystems from different regions of the world, including the Middle East, Europe, Asia, Africa, and Latin America. The organizers expect the forum to create new opportunities for exchanging experience, developing international partnerships, and promoting Central Asian technological projects in the global market.

When: May 4-5
Where: Almaty, Kazakhstan

Source: Gov.kz