Experts in Astana are discussing joint mechanisms for AI development in Central Asia at the C5+1 SI conference. The priorities include projects of the countries in the region and the U.S., featuring new approaches to personal data protection and regulation of the digital sphere. The U.S. has allocated $5 million to develop cybersecurity and the digital financial sector in Central Asia. The funds will also be used to protect critical infrastructure and establish data centers. The U.S. side is also ready to support other effective digital startups in the region.
«We’re doing it through grants because we think private companies lead the way on this. I think that the United States is so excited about the possibilities here in Central Asia that, you know, I think we are looking forward to things that will help private companies, will help e-government. I think there are all kinds of possibilities that we can work together on,» noted Mark Cameron, Deputy Assistant Secretary of State for Central Asia.
«Last year, the first C5+1 summit was held at the White House, bringing our cooperation to a new level. Our task now is to build on this foundation more faster and strengthen Central Asia’s position at the global technology market. To do this, we need to work together. We need to connect our infrastructure, talent, projects and data. And most importantly, our meetings should lead to concrete results. Kazakhstan is open and ready for this work,» said Bakhtiyar Mukhametkaliyev, Vice Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of the Republic of Kazakhstan.
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