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Digital Bridge 2025 forum to be held this fall

30.07.2025 18:20

The Digital Bridge 2025 forum will take place in Astana from October 2 to 4,BAQ.KZ reports.

The forum is organized in collaboration with the international innovation cluster Astana Hub, the Ministry of Digital Development, Innovations and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan (MDDIAI), akimat of Astana city.

The Digital Bridge forum annually brings together global IT industry leaders, tech innovators, investors, representatives of government bodies, venture funds, and members of the startup ecosystem. It provides a platform to discuss global trends in digital transformation, the development of artificial intelligence, and regional technological cooperation.

Digital Bridge has established itself as the premier tech event in the Eurasian region. Over the years, the forum has welcomed over 67,000 participants from over 100 countries, over 1,000 speakers, and 550 representatives of governmental and international organizations. Over 500 startups have presented their projects, and nearly 500 investors and business angels have taken part in the business program.

The strategic goal of the forum is to position Kazakhstan as a technological hub connecting Europe and Asia, and to build a sustainable digital ecosystem capable of exporting innovation and producing globally competitive tech products.

The central theme of Digital Bridge 2025 is the Generative Nation concept. It reflects the country’s strategic direction toward building a knowledge-based society grounded in advanced technologies, artificial intelligence, and human capital.

Generative Nation signifies Kazakhstan’s transition from a consumer of technologies to a developer and global exporter of technological solutions.

Within the forum’s framework, a range of major events are planned: participation of global AI industry leaders, the opening of the international artificial intelligence center alem.ai, the final round of the Generative Nation Pitch competition, the Astana Hub Battle startup contest, the Startup Alley tech solutions exhibition, and the Digital Bridge Awards ceremony honoring achievements in digital technology. In addition, the program will include panel sessions, interactive zones, and deep tech discussions.

Over the course of three days, the forum venue will host dozens of panel discussions, presentations, meetings, pitches, and workshops. This is a unique opportunity to foster dialogue among government, tech businesses, the academic community, and youth initiatives.

Digital Bridge 2025 is more than just a forum — it is a catalyst for digital transformation, a strategic platform that strengthens international ties, fosters the development of the innovation ecosystem, and shapes Kazakhstan’s new digital identity.

Kazakhstan clearly demonstrates that digitalization is not a temporary trend, but a national priority and a key to a bright future.