Digital Farabi
International Forum Digital Farabi 2026 "Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence as a Strategic Vector of the Future"
April 17, 2026
Al-Farabi KazNU Library 71/27
Al-Farabi Ave, Almaty, Kazakhstan
Gilbert Van Kerkhov
Rotating Chairman of the UWEE Group, Advisor to the King of Belgium, Advisor to the EU Economic Commission, Advisor to the Beijing Department of Economic Development.
Global economic cooperation and industrial transformation
Ilyas Bakytzhan
Vice Minister of Energy of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
Digital Transformation of the Energy Sector
Yerlan Durmagambetov
JSC Center for Digital Development of the National Bank of Kazakhstan, First Deputy Chairman of the Board of the Company
Information will be provided later.
Ali Tahmazov
Executive Director of StrikePlagiarism, International expert on academic integrity, plagiarism, and AI in the academic process.
Prevention of abuse related to the use of AI tools. International experience, practical recommendations.
Zhaoyang Chu
Senior Research & Development Engineer, SpinQ Technology Inc
Bringing Quantum Computer to Life!
Konstantin Naumov
Member of the Board of the TESLA Alliance, Director of the TESLA INVEST CLUB and Director of the Proxima Ultra IT company.
International Business Partnership Bridges: The Role of Business Ecosystems in Scaling Companies in the Balkan and Central Asian Markets
Industrial Information Systems and Artificial Intelligence
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University Library, First President's Hall, 303.
A.N. Shormakova
Vasiliy Sergeyevich Gerko – Director of the Regional Representative Office of NIT JSC in Astana, Kazakhstan. Topic: Leadership 5.0 in the Context of Debureaucratization, Digitalization, and AI Implementation.
Damir Anatolyevich Digay – Deputy of the VII Convocation Maslikhat, Vice President of Shin-Line Group of Companies, Kazakhstan. Topic of the report: The influence of AI on the legal architecture of the legislation of the Republic of Kazakhstan and practical business experience (using the example of the international company Shin-Line group).
Diana Ramazanovna Rakhimova – PhD, Associate Research Professor, Faculty of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence, Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kazakhstan. Topic: Application of AI Methods for Diagnosis and Correction of Speech Disorders in Children: The LogopedAI System.
Xuexun He – Lead Transformation Architect, Mars Information Technology Services, China. Topic: How Digitalization and AI Reshapes Core Corporate Competitiveness.
Zhomart Zhexenbayuly Zhexenbay – Director of Jasaim Academy, Kazakhstan. Topic: The Impact of AI on the Startup Ecosystem.
Ayan Wali – Chief Technology Officer, SMART PARKING SOLUTIONS. Topic: Alfred – AI in Hotel Management.
Konul Habibova – PhD in Philology, Associate Professor at the National Academy of Sciences of Azerbaijan. Topic: Corpus Linguistics and Artificial Intelligence: Revisiting the Methodological Foundations of Philological Science.
Nilufar Abdurakhmonova – Professor, Head of the Department of Computational and Applied Linguistics, National University of Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan. Topic: UZBEK-BENCH: A Comprehensive Benchmark for Evaluating Large Language Models in Uzbek.
Aruzhan Zhomartkyzy Izimova – Key Account Manager, Yandex Qazaqstan LLP, Kazakhstan.
Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University Library, conference room 408.
A.T. Turarbek
Maxim Yavich - Professor and Head of the Cybersecurity Department at the Caucasus University, Director of the Scientific Association for Cybersecurity (SCSA), Georgia.
Musiralieva Shynar Zhenisbekovna - researcher, professor, Ph.D., Director of the Institute of Cryptology and Cybersecurity of al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kazakhstan.
Ishchukova Evgeniya Aleksandrovna - Associate Professor, Candidate of Technical Sciences, Southern Federal University, Russia. Topic of the report: Big Data Analysis for Blockchain Systems
Sanzhar Talgatovich Kurmambayev - Information security analyst. Tele2/Altel Kazakhstan. Topic of the report: Security threats to AI systems: data leaks, LLM vulnerabilities, and real-world cases.|
Muazzam Khattak - Director Farabi Center for AI and Cyber Security at Quaid-i-Azam University (QAU), Islamabad, Pakistan.
Zhanibek Kazybek bi Galymuly - JSCB Tengebank by Halyk, Head of Cybersecurity Department, Uzbekistan.
Akimbayev Amir - CEO of AST Cyber Lab, Kazakhstan. Topic of the report: AppSec & DevSecOps 101: Development Security in the age of AI.
Big Data & AI: Next-Generation Digital Technologies
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University Library, conference room 409.
M.E. Mansurova
Sarsen Zhanabekov - CEO of Astana Data Exchange, Kazakhstan. Topic of the report: Kazakhstan's data ecosystem and overview of the national statistical system
Anuar Alkenov - CEO OF MIS documedica.ai , Kazakhstan. Topic of the report: AI agents in medicine
Amir Sadikov - Director of Business Development, qCloudy Topic of the report: The world in the cloud: how AWS is changing its approach to modern technologies
Ping Jiang - CEO Entropolar Co. Ltd, China. Topic of the report: From Algorithm to Harvest: Data-Driven AI and Robotics Reshaping Agriculture
Han Lu - China Academy of Informaton and Communcatons Technology (CAICT). Topic of the report: Evolution of Distributed Intelligence: From Cloud LLMs to Autonomous Edge AI
Leskhanuli Temirlan - Huawe Kazakhstan. Topic of the report: Artificial intelligence in education
Nuraliev Fakhriddin Murodillaevich - Doctor of Technical Sciences, Professor, Tashkent University of Information Technologies named after Muhammad al-Khorazmi Congratulatory speech
Tastanova Saida Aldiyarovna - PhD, Associate Professor, Tashkent University of Information Technologies named after Muhammad al-Khorazmi. Topic of the report: Intellectualization of the fractal of knowledge
Made in Kazakhstan 2030
Faculty of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Kazakhstan Industrial Research Center for Low-Altitude Economics (KazLAE Industrial Research Center), building 10B.
T.S. Imankulov
Huawei Campus Recruitment
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University Library, Conference Hall 416
E. Sagidolda
Taza Qala
An intelligent ecosystem for urban waste management that leverages artificial intelligence to autonomously detect illegal landfills, estimate waste volumes, and coordinate sanitation services to ensure environmental sustainability and transparency.
Nurlykhan Kalzhanov
+7 747 728 4143
nurkal022@gmail.com
iQuat
An intelligent smart building management system based on an innovative RL agent that autonomously optimizes HVAC operation, ensuring a balance between energy efficiency and comfort.
Serik Aybagarov
+7 747 420 5302
awer1307dot@gmail.com
Smart 5G
The project is a cognitive interface for 5G/Open ran networks that integrates a special artificial intelligence model for in-depth analysis of the telemetry indicators of the srsRAN software stack.
Duman Marlambekov
+7 705 764 3952
dmarlambekov@gmail.com
iLearn
iLearn is an artificial intelligence-based early warning system that uses University LMS data to predict the risk of students dropping out, failing in subjects, GPA, and graduation results with an accuracy of up to 95%.
Samson Dawit Bekele
+7 776 008 4502
samsondawitb@gmail.com
Univer Mobile
A multifunctional mobile platform designed for digitalization of the educational process and effective interaction between students and teachers.
Sarsenbay Yernar
+7 747 162 5030
sarsebaiernar@gmail.com
Farabi LLM
National AI solutions based on Large Language Models (LLM) to support the Kazakh language and technological progress.
Assel Ospan
+7 708 151 2239
Ospan.Assel@kaznu.kz
AI Logoped
An intelligent system based on artificial intelligence designed to diagnose speech disorders and create specialized speech exercises.
Diana Rakhimova
87772420775
drakhimova060@gmail.com
Law Vision
AI-a platform for analyzing, searching and creating draft laws based on the legal framework of the Republic of Kazakhstan
Arman Eleusinov
+7 747 266 4788
armankaznu@mail.ru
AI Mama Care
An AI-powered platform supporting breastfeeding with a 24/7 chatbot that provides guidance and personalized recommendations. It also includes a digital monitoring system for the “10 Steps to Successful Breastfeeding” to improve compliance and quality of care.
Yerkezhan Tleukulova
+77772256890
erkezhan544@gmail.com
OpenTeams
A unified digital collaboration platform designed for effective interaction, project management, and establishing seamless communication within teams and corporate organizations.
Bauyrzhan Amirkhanov
+7 777 2464601
OpenEgiz
A platform for creating and managing digital twins. The system integrates real-time data from physical objects, enabling virtual process modeling, failure prevention, and resource management optimization.
Bauyrzhan Amirkhanov
+7 777 2464601
BioPlay
BioPlay is an innovative platform that teaches biology through 3D simulation and virtual laboratories (the content is adapted to the curriculum of RK and Cambridge IGCSE Biology).
Kanat Eliubaev
+7 708 573 9861
kanat.yeliubaev@gmail.com
MedAsssit
The project relates to the field of medical robotics and mechatronics. The main focus is the development of an intelligent robotic system that helps patients, facilitates the work of a doctor and can be controlled remotely.
Yernar Zholdasov
+7707 210 3117
Jera.kz@mail.ru
Laminaser
The Laminaser project is aimed at solving the problem of instability of amorphous medicines, which can become crystalline and lose their effectiveness during storage and transportation.
Anna Shmonina
+7 747 681 8862
annshm2112@gmail.com
Seba Health App
Seba Health connects blood donors with patients in need of help, supports communities with the help of medical students and social workers, and uses artificial intelligence - including a 24—hour chatbot - to provide fast and reliable medical care.
Nafiz Mokerram
+7 707 164 0342
nafizmokerram@gmail.com
Әке мен бала
An educational and informative visual novel based on the work “Әке мен бала” by Ibrai Altynsarin. The main idea is to convey moral values through an interactive format, where the user makes decisions on behalf of the main character. The project aims to foster diligence, respect for elders, and responsibility for one’s actions. This format makes the classic work more understandable and engaging for the modern generation.
Ayym Serikbaeva
+77719685794
serikbaevaaiym2006@gmail.com
Smart partner card directed against movement
This card is designed for elderly people and can be used as a form of identification. It contains essential information that helps quickly identify the person. In case they get lost or find themselves in a difficult situation, the card serves as an effective tool for providing assistance and contacting relatives or relevant services.
Rana Yerzhan
87471635496
BioHerb Map
Creation of a digital smart GIS platform for mapping medicinal and rare plants of Kazakhstan, with capabilities for scientific analysis, monitoring, commercial use, and biodiversity conservation.
The BioHerb Map Kazakhstan project is the first digital solution in Kazakhstan that integrates:
GPS coordinates of medicinal plant populations
herbarium collections
field observations
data on resource potential
rarity and conservation status
prospects for pharmaceutical use
Zhaukhar Kenzhebayeva
+7 747 373 25 23
k.zhaukhar@gmail.com
ECOALMATY
Monitoring air quality in the city of Almaty and encouraging residents to take environmental actions. The project combines an air quality monitoring system with a user engagement and motivation platform.
Gamification elements (points, levels, rewards) increase user interest and participation.
The interface is simple and user-friendly.
Results are presented through clear and concrete indicators.
Arman Tolegen
+7 707 826 8283
ZhurekAI
An AI platform for the early detection of cardiovascular disease (CVD) risks.
Nurdaulet Tasmurzaev
8 (708) 169-97-01
tasmurzayev.n@gmail.com
AlfaFlow
Мultimodal platform designed for the monitoring and analysis of geospatial data.
Bibars Amangeldy
+77077050100
a.s.bibars@gmail.com
ZhanAI
AI-powered Clinical Decision Support System (CDSS) specifically designed for myopia screening and progression assessment.
Asia Boltaboeva
8 (775) 103-64-56
asiya322m@gmail.com
Aman AI
Мultimodal artificial intelligence platform designed for neurodiagnostics, continuous monitoring, and personalized rehabilitation of patients.
Aliya Jemal Getahun
+251967284732
aliyajemalgetahun452004@gmail.com
Fabs3d AI
FABS3D (FabStory AI) builds a 3D digital double of a patient with submillimeter accuracy — in dentistry, the robot receives the coordinates of bone and nerve channels, in plastic surgery it simulates the result before incision, in aesthetics it maps soft tissues for point intervention. In industrial security, an AI agent feels the space of an object - perceives geometry, pressure, temperature, obstacles — and simulates scenarios of matter in reality.
Sabina Baytemir
87073737767
ТОО ХВОТ
XBOT is a company that serves as the official distributor of Unitree Robotics and provides advanced high-performance quadruped robotic solutions for a wide range of applications.
SpinQ Technology Inc.
SpinQ Technology Inc. is a one-stop solution provider dedicated to the industrialization and popularization of quantum computing.
ТОО Yandex Qazaqstan
Yandex Qazaqstan LLP is an IT company engaged in the development and implementation of new technologies in Kazakhstan’s digital ecosystem. The company operates more than 15 services, including search, portal services, online taxi booking, food delivery, cloud and geolocation services, entertainment platforms, and educational projects.
PLC Innoforce
PLC Innoforce is a company specializing in urban public transport monitoring and the operator of the electronic fare payment system in Almaty.
Aigul
Aigul is a VR assistant with authentic emotion recognition designed to improve onboarding efficiency and employee adaptation. The product delivers immersive training, analyzes employee engagement and stress levels, and supports multilingual use, modular configuration, and scalable deployment.
qCloudy
qCloudy - we create innovative solutions on the AWS platform that accelerate the company's development and increase its operational efficiency.
AI ALEM
"Alem"
creative center
Международный Аэропорт Алматы
Air Astana
АО Группа Компаний Аллюр (Allur.kz)
ТОО СП «Кока-Кола Алматы Боттлерс»
EFES Kazakhstan
Филип Моррис Казахстан
ТОО ЛУКОЙЛ Лубрикантс Центральная Азия
ТОО Henkel Central Asia & Caucasus
Nestle Food Kazakhstan
Danone Berkut
KZI Bank
Halyk Bank
Kaspi Bank
Freedom Holding
АО "СК "Freedom Finance Insurance"
PSI Group, ТОО «КаР-Тел» (Beeline)
ТОО «Мобайл Телеком-Сервис» (Tele2/Altel)
Erns & Young
Alina Group
АО «КСелл»
Бюро национальной статистики по городу Алматы
PSI Group
ТОО «Институт высоких технологий»
АО «Волковгеология»
РГП Казаэронавигация
AST Cyber Lab
Kolesa.kz
ТОО "ФИРМА "БЕНТ"
Innoforce Hackathon KazNU: Turn your code into real solutions
Innoforce Tech Holding is launching registration for those ready to turn theory into a real-world product. Prove that your team is the best in Almaty’s IT scene!
Venue: Al-Farabi KazNU Library, Conference Hall 409.
Requirements:
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Team: 2 members.
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Eligibility: Students of all years.
Prize Pool:
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Powerful Hardware (1st–3rd places): An Orange Pi mini-PC for each member. Perfect for IoT, servers, and side projects.
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Freedom of Movement:
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1st place: 6 months of free travel.
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2nd place: 4 months of free travel.
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3rd place: 3 months of free travel.
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Bonus for all: 100 Avtobys rides for every participant.
Note: Travel prizes are provided via Avtobys app top-up (calculated as 2 rides per day).
Registration deadline: April 15, 6:00 PM.
Solveathon: Intelligence in Action — From Data to Solutions
An applied AI hackathon where developers tackle real-world digitalization challenges. Three tracks: automated generation of project documentation, intelligent document digitization, and automated meeting protocol generation.
On April 16, pre-pitching sessions will be held to select the best projects for the final; the exact time will be announced in advance.
Venue: Faculty of IT & AI, Amirgaliyev E.N. Conference Hall, Room 303.
Prize Pool:
1st Place: 200,000 KZT + laptop from Lenovo
2nd Place: 100,000 KZT
3rd Place: 50,000 KZT
Materials and Tasks
AI Agents Cup
A competition for developers specializing in LLM and autonomous agents. The task of the participants is to develop an intelligent assistant capable of solving complex tasks independently: from writing code and analyzing data to automating business processes. The best agents will compete in efficiency, speed, and autonomy in real-world scenarios.
Venue: Faculty of IT & AI, Halyk Academy, Room 10B.
Key Dates:
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Until April 15: Submission of applications and projects.
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April 17: Finals and live pitch at Digital Farabi.
How to Join:
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Develop: Build an LLM-based agent for practical tasks.
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Pitch: Get shortlisted and present your project in the finals.
Prize Pool:
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1st Place: 150,000 KZT + laptop from Lenovo
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2nd Place: 75,000 KZT (2 winners)
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3rd Place: 50,000 KZT
The jury of the competition included:
- Tastanova Saida Aldiyarovna — PhD, Associate Professor, Lecturer at the Muhammad al-Khorazmi University of Information Technology (Tashkent);
- Kulatai Aibolat — IT expert;
- Sailau Aisha — Researcher;
- Sarsembayeva Talshyn — Deputy Head of Scientific and Innovative Activities of the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data ;
- Abduali Balzhan is a senior lecturer at the Department of Artificial Intelligence and Big Data.
Chairman of the Organizing Committee
Tuimebayev Zhanseit Kanseitovich
Chairman of the Management Board - Rector
Sponsors
ТОО Innoforce
Sponsor
ТОО Yandex Qazaqstan
Sponsor
FREEDOM TELECOM
Sponsor
Hambledon Golden Mining Company
Sponsor
Lenovo Kazakhstan
Sponsor
Members of the Organizing Committee
Imankulov Timur Sakenovich
Dean of the Faculty of Information Technology and Artificial Intelligence
Kuanysh Tastambek
Director of the Science and Innovation Department
Takhir Azatuly
Director of the Center for Technology Commercialization and Creative Industries
Beisov Nurbol Kanatovich
Deputy Dean for Scientific and Innovative Work and Internationalconnections
Aigerim Sametova
Deputy dean for educational, methodological work
Gulnur Gaziz
Deputy dean for educational work
Olzhas Turar
Director of the Institute
Shynar Musiralieva
Director of the Institute
Bazargul Matkerim
Director of the Center:Kazakhstan Low-Altitude Economy Industrial Research Center
Kasymbek Nurislam Muratbekovich
Head of the Department
Turarbek Asem Turarbekovna
Head of the Department
Shormakova Asem Novyabrevna
Head of the Department
Mansurova Madina Yesimkhanovna
Head of the Department
Maksat Mustafin
Deputy head of the Department for scientific and innovative work and international relations
Zhumabekova Aidana Toleuovna
Deputy head of the Department for scientific and innovative work and international relations
Sarsembayev Talshyn Sagdatbekovna
Deputy head of the Department for scientific and innovative work and international relations
Mukhitova Aigul Aripovna
Deputy head of the Department for scientific and innovative work and international relations
Venue:
Al-Farabi Kazakh National University, Аl-Farabi Library. Address: 71/27 Al-Farabi Avenue, Almaty.
Address (Directions):
Entrance from Timiryazev street