Astana hosted the AI Connectivity Conference, dedicated to the development of telecommunications infrastructure and the use of artificial intelligence technologies. The central topic of the meeting was a practical question: how to provide AI with stable connectivity, data and computing resources in real time.

The conference was organized by the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan and Kazakhtelecom. The discussions involved representatives of the ministry, telecom operators and regional digitalization departments.

During the meeting, participants stressed that the development of AI directly depends on the quality of basic infrastructure. This is not only about internet access speed, but also about minimal latency, stable communication channels, access to data and distributed computing power - that is, the technological “foundation” on which services for the state, business and the social sphere can be built.

The issue of technology accessibility beyond large cities was raised separately. Speakers voiced the position that AI-based solutions should be available to all residents of the country, including remote settlements. This topic was addressed, in particular, by Chairman of the Telecommunications Committee Damir Seisembekov.

According to the organizers, one of the key blocks of the discussion was devoted to the development of telecom networks as the basic infrastructure for AI solutions and digital public services. Participants noted that high-quality and affordable connectivity affects the spread of online services in the regions, expands citizens’ access to digital services and creates conditions for introducing AI technologies in governance, the economy and the social sphere.

The conference also discussed applied infrastructure issues: connecting rural settlements to high-speed internet, developing digital infrastructure along highways, subsidizing the “last mile” and information security.

Following the meeting, participants announced their intention to continue joint work on key projects in the field of communications and artificial intelligence.

At the beginning of 2026, the topic of connectivity quality is being raised in Kazakhstan ever more loudly, including at the level of the general economic agenda: public statements emphasize that the efficiency of the digital economy directly depends on the state of communications infrastructure.