On November 8, 2024, Kostanay became the center of digital innovation, bringing together hundreds of participants at the unique Qostanai Digital Day forum. Organized by the Qostanai Hub, this forum has become a significant event in the development of the region's IT ecosystem, providing a platform for the exchange of experience and ideas in the world of technology.

The main objective of the forum was to promote digital technologies, support startups and stimulate the growth of the region's IT ecosystem. An important part of the event was the support of startups and entrepreneurs, who were given the opportunity to demonstrate their innovative projects and receive professional feedback from experts. Attention was also paid to the development of IT skills and digital literacy among young people and students, which contributed to the development of future specialists in this field. In addition, the forum has become an important platform for cooperation and knowledge exchange, opening up new opportunities for participants to network and discuss current trends in the field of digital technologies.

The program of the forum was rich and varied. The participants learned about how digitalization is changing the interaction between citizens and the state, and how technology helps to increase transparency and efficiency of public services. One of the panel discussions was devoted to the introduction of artificial intelligence into business and education, where experts discussed how AI can change familiar processes, make them more flexible and efficient. The representative of Astana Hub presented the opportunities of grant programs, accelerators and international collaborations to startups, opening up new horizons for young entrepreneurs. They also discussed the prospects of esports and game development, and representatives of Nomadic shared their experience in game development. One of the highlights was the presentation of Aitomaton, the first AI startup in Kostanay, which offered innovative solutions for automating business processes and implementing artificial intelligence in agricultural technology.

An important part of the forum was the Startup Alley, where young companies could present their ideas, establish contacts with potential investors and get advice from experienced mentors. This has created excellent conditions for the development of new projects and the establishment of important business contacts.

The end of the forum was an award ceremony, at which leading figures in the IT field and partners supporting the development of innovations in Kostanay were noted. The organizers of the forum confirmed their intentions to continue to support local IT companies, develop educational programs and attract international partners for further cooperation.

Qostanai Digital Day 2024 has become an important milestone in the development of the region's digital ecosystem. Every year, Qostanai Hub and its partners take more and more steps to create a strong and sustainable digital infrastructure, providing active support to startups and entrepreneurs. The Forum has become not only an important event for the exchange of knowledge, but also an indicator of how Kostanay is actively developing in the direction of digital innovations in Kazakhstan.