Central Eurasia Mobile Applications: Updates and New Features Released in November

In November, several notable updates to mobile applications were released in Central Eurasian countries — ranging from digital government services to media and travel.

Azerbaijan

SİMA İmza Update
The SİMA İmza app has introduced a new feature: one-time delegation of signing rights via QR code. Users can now temporarily delegate document signing to another person without sharing personal data, passwords, or access. The process is controlled by the signature owner: they can see which document is being signed and in which system, and confirm it using a PIN code, Face ID, or fingerprint.  

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Azercell Update
The Azercell app has integrated Asan İmza — users can now check the status of their mobile electronic signature, its validity period, service type, and renewal date with a single tap. Initially, this feature is available to prepaid subscribers, with plans to extend access to postpaid customers as well.

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AZAL Update

AZAL now allows users to save boarding passes to Apple Wallet and Google Wallet after online check-in via the app. Tickets are available directly on the phone, without printing or PDFs.

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Kazakhstan

eGov Mobile Update
The latest update of the eGov Mobile app introduced a new authentication method: login is now possible using an IIN (Individual Identification Number), password, and confirmation via an electronic digital signature (EDS). A new social service has been added: “Reimbursement of costs for home schooling of children with disabilities.” The intelligent search has been improved, a virtual assistant eGov AI has been added, and navigation has been updated for easier access to all services.

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Freedom Business Update
The latest update of the Freedom Bank Kazakhstan app introduced an AI assistant with voice input for managing transfers, payments, accounts, taxes, and invoices. Individual entrepreneurs also received free access to ChatGPT-5 directly within the app.

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Aleem Update
The Aleem app is now available in Kazakh. Every user can now learn English in their native language. Recent updates also added English localization, improved lesson stability, introduced the ability to regenerate lessons if they cannot be completed, and added streaks to motivate daily learning.

For iOS users

Kyrgyzstan 

BakAi Update 

BAKAI Store is a marketplace from BakAi for shopping directly through the bank’s mobile app. Users can choose products from various categories, including electronics, clothing, and cosmetics, and securely pay with BakAi cards. Order delivery and special promotions for customers have been implemented. The app combines banking services and shopping in one place, simplifying the purchasing process.

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Tunduk Update
The update added the ability to pay via ELQR and QR code in the “Driver’s License Replacement” service. New digital services have been introduced: users can now book queues not only at CSCs (Centers for Public Services) but also at UNAA (State Registration Service) and the Cadastre, and view real-time branch load. A “self-ban on loans” feature has also been added, allowing users to prohibit loans from being issued in their name.

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Tajikistan

Oriz
A new national messenger designed for safe and accessible communication among citizens. It allows sending text and voice messages, making calls and video calls, creating groups, and hosting video conferences. The app supports forwarding files of any size and works even with low internet speeds. All data is stored on servers within the country.

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Uzbekistan

Tenge24 Update
The mobile banking app received new features in its latest update for convenient financial management. Users can now remotely close cards and accounts, manage microloans, top up ATTO transport cards, and view personalized credit offers. Improvements have been made to working with currency deposits and currency conversion.

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Milliy Update 

The app has introduced international transfers via Mastercard Cross-Border Services — users can now send money to bank accounts in more than 60 countries, including the United States. Transfers are made directly to the recipient’s bank account, not just card-to-card.

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