Innovation ecosystem

Astana Hub is the place where ideas, technologies, and people come together

For startups

For IT companies

For innovators

For professionals

+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

Popular programs

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

Премии в области науки

Конкурс на соискание именных премий в области науки за 2026 год

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Государственная научная стипендия

Конкурс на соискание государственных стипендий в области науки за 2026 год

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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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Upcoming events

28 Sep, 13:00 Astana

Cyber hygiene: How can I protect my data and myself?

TAU Digital Hub, together with AI & Digital Ministry and TAU University, conducts a hands-on workshop on digital security.

At the meeting, we will analyze the real threats that we face every day: phishing, fraud, account hacking, personal data leaks, and social media risks. Participants will learn how to create strong passwords, recognize suspicious messages and links, protect their accounts, and securely use digital services.

The main focus is not theory, but simple tools and practical skills that can be applied immediately.

September 25 | 3 p.m. Auditorium B208, TAU University

Participate, improve digital literacy, and put your knowledge to the test.

28 Sep, 14:30 Atyrau

The tech intensive continues ⚡

Week three — new tasks, more hands-on practice, and a deeper dive into technology.

Participants will continue working with Python, 3D modeling, AI, Digital Skills, Math & Physics, applying their knowledge in practice and working on real-world tasks.

📍 Atyrau IT Hub | 7A Madenova St.

A new week — a new level of practice. See you there!

AI Month

AI Month is a month of key events in the field of artificial intelligence and technology, taking place in Kazakhstan from September 23 to October 23, 2026.

28 Sep, 15:00 Shymkent

AI Bootcamp

Shymkent Hub will host a 3-day AI Bootcamp!

This is an intensive practical course on creating videos using artificial intelligence. In three days, you will master AI tools and finally create your own video project.

What awaits you:

Day 1: Basics and Tools The current state of the AI video industry — what is possible and what is not yet
🔹 Familiarization with key tools: Kling, Runway, Pika, Minimax, Hailuo and others Industrial engineering - how to formulate queries for accurate results , Generation of the first videos and analysis of the results

Day 2: Deepening and techniques
🔹 Camera movement, composition, lighting — cinematic quality in AI video
🔹 Turning images into video (Image-to-Video) , Creating a script, voice acting and music using AI , Editing and post-production workflow

Day 3: Project and presentation , Planning and implementing your own video project , Creating commercial-grade AI videos , Presentation in front of the participants , Feedback and analysis of the results

Grab a laptop, prepare creative ideas — in 3 days you will become an AI video specialist! 🎥

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