New AI opportunities were discussed at the international TechnoWomen forum

From April 17 to 19, the international forum Technowomen Central Asia: AI Future took place in Astana, organized by the NGO TechnoWomen.

The main theme of the event was artificial intelligence. The forum discussed issues related to forming a professional industry community of experts to achieve technological independence and leadership in the application of AI in Central Asian countries, assessed the current state of the industry, and identified challenges affecting the development of individuals, businesses, families, and society. Best practices for applying technologies to effectively address the tasks facing modern society and business were also presented.

Representatives from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan also shared their opinions during the key discussion "New AI Opportunities in Central Asia."

Speakers at the forum included Askar Zhambakyn, Vice Minister of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan; Aida Balayeva, Chair of the National Commission on Women's Affairs and Family and Demographic Policy under the President of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Minister of Culture and Information of the Republic of Kazakhstan; and Doreen Bogdan-Martin, Secretary-General of the International Telecommunication Union.

In his speech, Askar Zhambakyn, Vice Minister of Digital Development, Innovations, and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan, emphasized the importance of women in the IT sector and the contribution of AI to the global economy.

Source: gov.kz