One of the key initiatives showcased was SmartCity Astana, a project aimed at improving urban living standards through the integration of innovative technologies. The project includes the creation of a digital twin of the capital, integrating over 100,000 public surveillance cameras powered by AI. This will enable real-time detection of potential risks in public spaces and improve emergency response efficiency. The initiative is fully funded by a private partner.

The AlemLLM project features a Kazakh-language large language model (LLM) designed for localized deployment. The model demonstrates best-in-class performance compared to similar solutions and is intended for widespread use across various sectors.

AI Kitap is a platform for digital AI-driven textbooks, providing personalized learning paths based on each student’s knowledge level, performance, and individual preferences.

Baspana Hub is a digital ecosystem that offers end-to-end housing solutions and related services in an online format. Users can search and purchase real estate via a marketplace, access public services related to property, order renovations or construction materials using an online estimator, and more. The project was launched without external funding or investment.

Biny.co is a domestic logistics and freight-tech startup, currently participating in Google for Startups' Silkway Accelerator, where it ranks among the top 3 startups. Its clients include QazPost, Coca-Cola, Gorilla Asia, and Zeta Trade.

Surfaice.pro is a technology company founded by Kazakh entrepreneurs in Silicon Valley. The startup develops AI-powered solutions for the construction industry and is already operating in five U.S. states. It has raised $1.5 million from Big Sky Capital and Shadow Ventures.

OlympIQ is a technology platform for sports development, enabling the processing of analytical, operational, medical, and organizational data through artificial intelligence.

An early forest fire detection system was also presented. The solution significantly reduces response time to wildfire outbreaks, minimizing damage and risk. It is based on video monitoring, AI-driven video analytics, and has been implemented in the Burabay National Park and the Ertis Ormany Forest Reserve.

The AI Meeting Protocol Agent is a transcription and documentation tool designed for government agencies. It automatically generates meeting minutes from audio recordings, streamlining document workflows, reducing manual labor, and improving the accuracy and security of information.

AI Therapist is a voice-input-based system for automated generation of medical documentation. It can create a patient’s medical history, suggest preliminary diagnoses, and produce a structured report with clinical recommendations.

Also presented were centralized AI-powered PACS systems (Picture Archiving and Communication Systems) for early detection of cancer through medical image processing and storage.

Source: Akorda.kz