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Industry and digitalization in Kazakhstan

Fintech, agrotech, smart city, healthcare and logistics. How technology is changing Kazakhstan's economic sectors.

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Prompts for ChatGPT: A Guide to Creating Instagram Content for Kazakhstan
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Prompts for ChatGPT: A Guide to Creating Instagram Content for Kazakhstan

Prompts for ChatGPT are a valuable tool for SMM specialists, marketers, and bloggers aiming to create engaging Instagram content tailored […]

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Section topics

Fintech and banking

Digital tenge, Kaspi, Halyk, open API in banks, cryptocurrency in Kazakhstan.

Agrotech and logistics

GPS monitoring, WMS warehouses, precision agriculture, e-waybills and Qoldau platform.

Smart City and government sector

Sergek cameras, Damumed, Kundelik, electronic prescriptions, online parking.

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Cloud technologies for business: In simple words, why it is profitable

Cloud technologies for business: In simple words, why it is profitable

In today’s world, where digitalization permeates every aspect of our lives and business, the speed of adaptation to…

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Two-factor authentication: Your reliable shield in the digital world

Two-factor authentication: Your reliable shield in the digital world

Introduction In an era when our lives are increasingly intertwined with digital technologies, the issue of personal data…

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“My computer is buggy again!” — How directors and IT specialists stress each other out

“My computer is buggy again!” — How directors and IT specialists stress each other out

All the characters and situations in the article are fictional, any coincidences are accidental. The story of how…

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Skills of the future: what to develop in the era of artificial intelligence

Skills of the future: what to develop in the era of artificial intelligence

In a world where artificial intelligence is becoming an integral part of our daily lives, a paradox arises:…

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Why is Wi-Fi at work “Dumb”? There are many reasons, but let’s start with the main one.

Why is Wi-Fi at work “Dumb”? There are many reasons, but let’s start with the main one.

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14 FATAL ERRORS DURING INSTALLATION OF THE SERVER ROOM (HARDWARE)

14 FATAL ERRORS DURING INSTALLATION OF THE SERVER ROOM (HARDWARE)

Introduction Is this a familiar situation? You are the head of a company, the director of a school,…

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Practical guides

Guide 01

Digital tenge

What it is, how the wallet works and where it's already used.

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Bank account for non-resident

Which Kazakh banks open accounts remotely and what's required.

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Sergek cameras

What they record, how fines arrive and how to dispute via eGov.

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Damumed: booking a doctor

How to use the app, electronic referrals and test results.

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Kundelik.kz for parents

Login, tracking grades, schedule and teacher messages.

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  • We separate news from opinion and do not present forecasts as facts.
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  • For Kazakhstan, we highlight regulation, service availability and practical usefulness.

FAQ

What is digital tenge in plain language?
Digital tenge — Kazakhstan's national digital currency issued by the National Bank. It's an electronic equivalent of cash tenge existing as digital records in a special wallet. Differs from cashless tenge in a bank in that it's issued directly by the central bank. Benefits: programmable payments, instant settlements, transparency. Pilot launch happened in 2023. Check current terms in official sources: this answer is for general information only and is not legal, financial, medical or other professional advice.
How to open a bank account in Kazakhstan as a non-resident?
Many Kazakh banks let non-residents open accounts remotely: Halyk Bank, Bank CenterCredit, Forte Bank, Freedom Bank. You need: foreign passport, visa or residence permit, IIN (can be obtained online), proof of funds source. Account opening takes 1–5 business days. Check current terms in official sources: this answer is for general information only and is not legal, financial, medical or other professional advice.
How do Sergek cameras work in Kazakhstan in 2026?
Sergek — a system of intelligent cameras in Astana, Almaty, Shymkent and regional centers. Records: speeding, running red lights, lane violations, illegal parking, no seatbelt, phone while driving. Fines come automatically via SMS from 1414 and through eGov Mobile. Check current terms in official sources: this answer is for general information only and is not legal, financial, medical or other professional advice.
How to book a doctor via Damumed?
Download the Damumed app or use damumed.kz, log in via eGov by biometrics or IIN with SMS code. Choose clinic, specialty, doctor and time. Booking is confirmed by SMS. Electronic referrals and test results are stored in the same app. Check current terms in official sources: this answer is for general information only and is not legal, financial, medical or other professional advice.
Is cryptocurrency legal in Kazakhstan in 2026?
The legal regime for crypto assets depends on the type of operation and the platform used. Mining is licensed and taxed on electricity. Crypto exchanges — only those licensed at AIFC. Using cryptocurrency as payment in Kazakhstan is officially prohibited — settlements must be in tenge. Trading income is taxed. Check current terms in official sources: this answer is for general information only and is not legal, financial, medical or other professional advice.
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