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+1800 companies

local and international, among the participants of Astana Hub

₸864 bln.

total revenue of Astana Hub participants over 5 years

$630 mln

export revenue of Astana Hub participants over 4 years

$612 mln

investment raised by participants over 5 years

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We drive Central Eurasia’s tech growth by connecting entrepreneurs and businesses with key opportunities.

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ML School Kazakhstan: Two-Year Program in AI and Machine Learning

ML School Kazakhstan is a two-year training program for specialists in machine learning and artificial intelligence. The program is designed for students and professionals in IT, mathematics, and technical fields with a strong foundational background, as well as graduates of Tomorrow School. Participants will master modern ML technologies ranging from classic machine learning to neural networks, Computer Vision, and LLMs. The curriculum is built on academic approaches and expertise from the Yandex School of Data Analysis. Lectures and seminars will be conducted by Yandex experts, technical university faculty, and researchers in AI and ML. The program also includes practical assignments, networking with ML specialists, and project work. The selection process consists of two stages: 1. Online Testing Tasks in mathematics and programming. 2. In-Person Interview Candidates with the best test results will be invited. Selection will evaluate knowledge of linear algebra, algorithms, statistics, and calculus. Application deadline: October 8, 2026.

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The basics of AI: ChatGPT

The basics of Artificial Intelligence: ChatGPT is a course aimed at teaching the use of ChatGPT, which is available on the Skillbox platform absolutely free of charge for users of the Astana Hub application and platform. The online course is designed for everyone, and is available in Russian and Kazakh. The course program consists of 2 blocks and 45 video tutorials.

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Qazcoders

QazCoders is a free educational program for Kazakhstan citizens offering training of IT skills and artificial intelligence basics

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Upcoming events

18 Sep, 12:00 Shymkent

💼 CAREER DAY

Do you want to get into IT, but you don't know where to start?

On September 18, Shymkent Hub will host Career Day at the Mardan Saparbayev Institute, an event where you will learn all about a career in technology.

We will tell you which IT specialties are in demand now, where to get an internship, how to get your first experience and start building a career right now.

, Overview of IT specialties and directions 🎯 Information about internships and programs 🗣 Live performances by industry speakers , The opportunity to ask questions and get advice

, September 18
⏰ 12:00
Mardan Saparbayev Institute

If you are a student and thinking about a career in IT, this event is for you. Come and find out which path is right for you. 💼

18 Sep, 15:00 Oral

Robotics Battle by Batys Hub

Create your own robot — show it to an expert jury — compete for a prize pool of 450,000 ₸ 🏆

🔥And most importantly, if you win, we will buy back your robot!

This is an opportunity to show your project, get expert feedback from the jury and make yourself known in the field of robotics and IT.

💰 Prize pool for the strongest:

🥇1st place: 200 000 ₸

🥈2nd place: 150 000 ₸

🥉 3rd place: 100 000 ₸

📌Important details and timeline:

⏳Deadline for submitting applications: until September 14 (inclusive, until 23:59).

Selection results: On September 16, we will announce the projects that have passed the final pitching.

📅 Date and time of the event: September 18, 2026 at 3 p.m.

🏛️ Location: Uralsk, Kadyr Myrza Ali MKR,18 (palace of schoolchildren)

⚠️ Restriction: Winners of Batys Hub contests held in 2026 are not allowed to participate in the Smart City Battle.

👉 The registration link is in the profile header! Fill out the form, make a pitch and take the grand prize! ⚡️

18 Sep, 16:00 Shymkent

🌾 AGRITECH TALENT HUNT

Are you ready to solve real problems in the field of agricultural technologies and get a job offer?

On September 18, the Shymkent Hub will host the AgriTech Talent Hunt hackathon, where participants will solve two real—world cases from companies in the agricultural sector.

The best teams selected by an expert jury will receive a job offer. It's not just a competition, it's your chance to enter the industry.

Two real business cases
👨‍💻 Teamwork on solutions The best teams will receive a job offer

Format: hackathon + talent selection
🎤 Presentation of decisions before the jury

September 18th
⏰ 16:00
📍 Shymkent Hub

If you understand technology and want to apply your skills in the agricultural sector, come, solve the case and get a job. 🌾

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