AQYL TECH / IT AIEL SHYMKENT 2026 CONFERENCE HELD
2026-03-26
On March 26, 2026, the AQYL TECH / IT AIEL SHYMKENT 2026 conference-workshop was held at Tashenev University. The event served as a professional platform for discussing key issues in artificial intelligence, digitalization, and human capital development.
The conference brought together representatives of government bodies, experts, IT professionals, entrepreneurs, startup founders, and students. Participants discussed the formation of a new model of the education system in the context of technological transformation.
“The development of artificial intelligence is a strategic priority for the higher education system. Such platforms strengthen the connection between education and industry and contribute to training a new generation of competitive specialists,” said the Vice Minister of Science and Higher Education of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Dinara Shcheglova.
The conference program covered the following key tracks:
- integration of artificial intelligence into educational programs
- development of competencies required for the digital economy
- development of the startup ecosystem and support for technological entrepreneurship
- EdTech and innovative learning models
- increasing the role of women in IT
Speakers included:
- Onalbay Ayashev
- Dinara Shcheglova
- Aliya Ospanova
- Irina Efimova
- Timur Kozykeev
- Galiya Orazaliyeva
- Meruert Kuanyshbekkyzy
- Madina Imanberdieva
- Shokhnoza Khalmetova
- Laura Assylbek
- Natalia Abramova
During the workshop, participants analyzed real-world cases, took part in hands-on sessions, and presented their own ideas and projects. The interactive format encouraged active discussion and the development of practical solutions.
As a result of the event:
- proposals were developed to strengthen cooperation between education and business
- mechanisms for engaging students and young professionals in technology projects were discussed
- agreements were reached on the implementation of joint initiatives and projects
AQYL TECH / IT AIEL SHYMKENT 2026 became an important step toward developing the region’s digital ecosystem, promoting innovation, and training competitive professionals.
