Inside Kazakhstan’s First Regional Takedown of SMS Blaster Hackers

ASTANA — Kazakhstan’s Financial Monitoring Agency, in coordination with the Prosecutor General’s Office and with the participation of cybersecurity specialists from TELE2, has dismantled a criminal group...


TikTok Deletes Millions of Videos in Kazakhstan Over Harmful, Misleading Content

ASTANA – TikTok, a short-form video hosting service, removed more than 5.5 million videos in Kazakhstan in 2025 for violating its rules. Globally, more than 780 million...


Kazakhstan Discovers Six New Oil Fields with 127 Million Tons in Reserves

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has added six newly discovered oil fields with total reserves exceeding 127 million tons to its national balance sheet in 2025, said Deputy Energy...


Kazakhstan, Saudi Arabia Launch Falcon Release to Revive Species

ASTANA – A total of 34 saker falcons, 28 females and six males, were released into the wild at Altyn-Emel National Park in Kazakhstan’s Almaty Region as...


Kazakhstan Stock Exchange Deepens Digital Asset Push With BitGo Deal

ASTANA – Kazakhstan Stock Exchange (KASE) has signed a three-year agreement with BitGo, a U.S.-based digital asset infrastructure firm, on March 30, as it moves to build...


Tokayev Welcomes Two-Week Middle East Ceasefire Mediated by Pakistan

ASTANA – Kazakhstan’s President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has welcomed a newly reached agreement on a full ceasefire in the Middle East, highlighting the role of international mediation and...


Kazakhstan Secures 200 Medals in Strong Start to 2026

ASTANA – Kazakh athletes won 200 medals in international competitions in the first quarter of 2026, including 79 gold, 57 silver and 64 bronze, the Ministry of...


Work Forward: AI for Everyone

I walk into the office and think about my daily meetings, emails, and deadlines. All familiar. But something new makes my workday different: a quiet conversation with...


Long-Awaited Astana LRT Enters Final Testing Stage

ASTANA – The Light Rail Transit (LRT) system has entered a comprehensive testing phase with 19 train sets operating simultaneously, reported the capital’s akimat (administration) press service...


Kazakhstan Becomes Key Stop in South Korea’s Energy Diplomacy Tour

ASTANA – South Korea’s presidential chief of staff Kang Hoon-sik will travel to Kazakhstan, Oman and Saudi Arabia on Tuesday to discuss securing supplies of crude oil...


Kazakhstan, Georgia Reaffirm Trans-Caspian Corridor Amid Shifting Trade Routes

ASTANA — Kazakhstan and Georgia moved to accelerate development of the Trans-Caspian International Transport Route (TITR) during Kazakh Foreign Minister Yermek Kosherbayev’s April 7 visit to Tbilisi,...


Kazakhstan Expands 5G and Internet Access

ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to install at least 3,527 5G base stations by the end of 2027 to ensure stable connectivity and high data speeds, according to...


EDB Names Biotech, Robotics Among Top Targets for Next Tech Boom

ASTANA – The Eurasian Development Bank has released the Waves of Investment Megahype report on April 7, outlining the most likely directions for the next global surge...


Kazakhstan Strengthens Coal Sector with Clean Tech, Digital Push

ASTANA – Kazakhstan is expanding coal production while advancing power generation and digital reforms, Minister of Energy Yerlan Akkenzhenov said at a government meeting on April 7....


The Next Investment Megatrend

The world associates investment booms with speculative bubbles. This is often true. Not to forget, however, that these waves are engines that accelerate the emergence and scaling...


Spanish Fans Produce Documentary on Dimash Qudaibergen’s Global Influence

ASTANA – A documentary about Kazakh singer Dimash Qudaibergen and his global fan community, created by Spanish fans, will premiere on May 30 in Madrid. The project...


Kazakhstan in Talks With Global Tech Giants for Data Center Valley in Ekibastuz

ASTANA – Kazakhstan plans to build a Data Center Valley project capable of scaling up to one gigawatt of computing power. Located in the northern town of...


He Lifted More Than Weight: Enduring Legacy of Kazhymukan at 155

ALMATY – Kazakhstan marks the 155th anniversary of Kazhymukan Munaitpasov, a legendary Kazakh wrestler, on April 7, more than a century after he first stepped onto the...


Zhambyl Region Advances Corn Processing Project with First Amino Acid Output

ASTANA – A major agro-industrial project in Kazakhstan’s Zhambyl Region has begun producing amino acids for the first time, marking a new industry for both the country...


Kazakhstan Briefs Diplomats on Regional Environmental Summit in Astana

ASTANA – The Kazakh Foreign Ministry briefed members of the diplomatic corps on preparations for the Regional Environmental Summit to be held on April 22-24. First Deputy...


Kazakhstan Monitors Novorossiysk Incident, Exports Continue as Planned

ASTANA – The Kazakh Ministry of Energy is monitoring the situation following an incident at the port of Novorossiysk on April 5. According to Assel Serikpayeva, the...


OPEC+ Eight Agree on Output Adjustment to Support Market Stability

ASTANA – Eight members of OPEC+ agreed to implement a production adjustment of 206,000 barrels per day in May, in addition to the 1.65 million barrels per...


Kazakhstan Ranked Among Safest Countries in Global Terrorism Index 2026

ASTANA – Kazakhstan has been named one of the safest countries in the world in the Global Terrorism Index 2026, with a near-zero risk score and no...


Meta on Youth Safety Measures, Engagement with Kazakhstan – Interview 

ASTANA – As concerns over how social media affects younger users intensify globally, Meta has been placing a significant emphasis on Teen Accounts, a set of features...


Eurasian Development Bank to Host Annual Meeting and Business Forum in Almaty This June

ASTANA — The Eurasian Development Bank (EDB) will host its Annual Meeting and Business Forum on June 25–26 in Almaty. The highlight of the programme will be...


When Strait Shakes Region: How Western Asia Crisis is Rippling Across Asia-Pacific Region

A narrow stretch of water – the Strait of Hormuz – is sending shockwaves across the global economy. It is not just another shipping route; it is...


Almaty Eyes First Michelin-Recognized Restaurant in 2026

ASTANA – Almaty could welcome its first Michelin-recognized restaurant this year, Deputy Akim Olzhas Smagulov said during an April 2 regional communications briefing. Smagulov noted that the...


Syrmak: Traditional Art of Kazakh Felt Carpets

ASTANA – Syrmak, a traditional Kazakh felt rug handcrafted from natural sheep’s wool, ​​has been the centerpiece of nomadic life on the steppe.  The name derives from...


Silent Storm Over Our Heads: Why Space Junk Is Everyone’s Problem

Space debris isn’t just a hurdle for astronauts or a plot point for sci-fi movies—it is a looming threat to our modern way of life. Today, tens...


Kazakhstan Among World’s Agricultural Land Giants

ASTANA — Kazakhstan ranks among the world’s largest holders of agricultural land, underscoring its significant role in global food systems. Kazakhstan is among the world’s top six...