IT Agenda for April: Key Events in the World and Central Eurasia

Let’s Talk FinTech | Skyro Meetup in Almaty
Skyro — a FinTech startup with products in the Southeast Asian market — will host a meetup in Almaty focused on product development, analytics, design, and FinTech specifics, illustrated by real-world case studies. Participants will discuss the application of AI, credit risks, user behavior, and cultural nuances in interface design, as well as career development in analytics. The format includes short presentations and networking, with some talks delivered in English.

When: April 8
Where: Almaty, Imagine Studios

Central Eurasian Venture Forum Tashkent
Central Eurasian Venture Forum Tashkent is an investment platform bringing together venture funds, private investors, corporations, and technology startups to close deals and launch new investment initiatives. The focus for 2026 is the concept of Smart Capital: a sustainable and professional approach to investing in AI, FinTech, and DeepTech. The program features Startup Alley, the MOST Investable Battle, closed sessions for investors, networking, and a VC Party, along with participation from key players in the regional venture ecosystem.

When: April 3
Where: Tashkent

VC Party Tashkent — afterparty following Central Eurasian Venture Forum 2026
After an intensive day at the Central Eurasian Venture Forum, we invite investors, fund representatives, entrepreneurs, and technology leaders to the VC Party Tashkent — an evening in a relaxed atmosphere for networking, discussing investment opportunities, and exchanging contacts. The number of places is limited, and registration is required. 

When: April 3
Where: Tashkent

AntiFraud Forum Kazakhstan
AntiFraud Forum Kazakhstan will take place in Astana — a key industry platform for discussing fraud prevention in the financial sector and the digital environment. The forum will bring together top managers from banks, FinTech companies, regulators, and cybersecurity experts to discuss the resilience of financial institutions against attacks, the implementation of anti-fraud technologies, and the development of cross-industry cooperation.

When: April 8
Where: Astana

PROFIT Retail & Finance Day
PROFIT Retail & Finance Day is an annual conference on technologies in Kazakhstan’s retail and financial sectors, bringing together experts, businesses, and the IT community. The focus is on AI and FinTech, marketplaces, super apps, omnichannel strategies, digital analytics, and customer experience transformation. The event bridges retail and finance, reflecting their tight integration in the modern digital economy.

When: April 10 
Where: Almaty

Yandex Armenia Dev Meetup
Yandex Armenia will host a meetup for middle+ backend developers, covering product architecture, the journey of services from idea to launch, and real-world case studies from the company. The program includes talks on AI agents, algorithmic thinking, an SRE simulator, and a workshop on transitioning from development to management. The event will be conducted in English and will be beneficial for developers looking to deepen their engineering skills and understand career opportunities.

When: April 11
Where: Yerevan

Microsoft 365 Community Conference 2026
A conference for Microsoft 365 specialists, IT professionals, and developers, dedicated to new platform features, practical implementation cases, collaboration, and productive work with Microsoft corporate services. Participants will be able to share experiences, learn about new features, and discover approaches to optimizing workflows.

When: April 21-23
Where: Orlando, Florida, USA

K‑Tech — Kazakhstan Technology Summit
K‑Tech is the largest professional technology summit in Kazakhstan, bringing together IT experts, executives, architects, startups, investors, and corporations to exchange experiences and discuss innovative solutions, architectural approaches, and best practices in digital transformation. The event includes sessions, case studies, panel discussions, and the awarding of IT leaders in the categories of The Best CIO and The Best IT‑Project.  

When: April 23
Where: Almaty

Annual IT Festival Kolesa Junday
Kolesa Junday is a major technology festival organized by Kolesa Group, bringing together developers, designers, product managers, marketers, and everyone involved with digital products. The program features expert talks, real-world case studies, discussions on IT trends, workshops, and networking with the professional community. This event is about sharing experiences, inspiration, and discussing the future of technology in the format of a friendly professional celebration.

When: April 25  
Where: Almaty

Women in Tech Global Summit 2026
An international summit for women leaders in IT and technology startups, focused on career growth, new competencies, innovation, and networking. Participants will learn about industry trends, receive practical advice on career development, and exchange experiences with experts from around the world.

When: April 28-30
Where: Cape Town, South Africa

The list will be updated.