Kazakhstan pushes AI adoption with Astana Hub showcase
Artificial intelligence is steadily gaining ground in Kazakhstan’s industries, with local enterprises presenting new innovations
ASTANA, Kazakhstan (MNTV) — Artificial intelligence is steadily gaining ground in Kazakhstan’s industries, with local enterprises presenting new innovations at a showcase event held on September 25.
The demonstrations took place at Astana Hub, Central Asia’s largest international technology park for IT startups, described by officials as the country’s flagship incubator for digital innovation and a cornerstone of efforts to diversify beyond oil and gas.
One standout project featured an AI system designed to detect anomalies in equipment performance before breakdowns occur.
Developers said the tool provides early warnings that can reduce unplanned downtime and slash maintenance costs, offering a glimpse of how predictive AI could reshape factory floors and heavy industry operations.
Other initiatives highlighted AI tools for automating data collection and processing, reducing the time workers spend on repetitive administrative tasks. Experts note that such technologies are crucial for countries like Kazakhstan, which is striving to position itself as a competitive digital economy rather than a resource-dependent exporter.
Azamat Panbayev, Chairman of the Industry Committee, acknowledged that AI adoption remains at an early stage despite progress in digitalization. “Last year 19% of enterprises adopted digital tools for automation, and this year the share is expected to rise to 23%. The trend is positive, but AI technologies are only beginning their journey,” he said.
Mining giant Kazakhmys Corporation underscored the role AI can play in the extractive sector, long the backbone of Kazakhstan’s economy.
Saken Shayakhmetov, the company’s Managing Director for Sustainable Development and Communications, said a geological cluster under construction in Zhezkazgan will integrate advanced AI systems.
“Geology is the starting point for all mining and resource extraction. By embedding AI in this process, we will be able to analyze core samples faster, make more accurate forecasts, and manage deposits more efficiently,” he explained.
Observers argue that while Kazakhstan lags behind leading AI adopters in Asia and Europe, platforms like Astana Hub are building a foundation for the country to catch up. By fostering homegrown innovation and attracting global partners, officials hope to ensure AI is not just imported but developed domestically — a step toward digital sovereignty and long-term economic resilience.
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