ИИ сокращает проверку инвестиций на 92%, решение за людьми
CEE investment firms embrace AI for 92% faster screening, turning days into minutes, with human oversight for critical decisions.
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Alexander Shlimakov
Alexander Shlimakov specializes in Salesforce, Tableau, Mulesoft, and Slack consulting for enterprise clients across the CIS region. With a proven track record in technical sales leadership and a results-oriented approach, he focuses on the financial services, high-tech, and pharma/CPG segments. Known for his out-of-the-box thinking and strong presentation skills, he brings extensive experience in solution sales and business development.
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Articles by Alexander Shlimakov
Kazakhstan's New AI Law: Key Requirements for Businesses (2026)
Kazakhstan's new AI law: risk tiers, copyright, mandatory labeling, liability, and bans. Key for businesses in Central Asia.
Kazakhstan: AI-Powered Tourism Aims for €10 Billion by 2026
Kazakhstan is pioneering a data-driven tourism strategy, leveraging AI and visitor data to forecast trends and boost its economy.
Salesforce Agentforce: 5 AI Agents for Telecom Operations
Salesforce launches Agentforce for Communications: 5 AI agents for telecom. Boost engagement, save time, & drive revenue.
Казахстан: 1 ГВт дата-центр для ИИ и облачных вычислений в ЦА
Kazakhstan launches Central Asia's largest 1 GW data center campus in Ekibastuz, poised to be a regional AI/cloud hub.
Cardinal Health: ИИ+IoT в логистике больниц. Оптимизация и "зеленые" маршруты
Cardinal Health's Order Express transforms supply chains with RFID, IoT & ML for real-time tracking, predictive restocking & greener deliveries.
Cardinal Health: AI, IoT Transform Hospital Supply Chains
Cardinal Health's Order Express transforms supply chains with RFID, IoT & ML for real-time tracking, predictive restocking & greener deliveries.
Топ-5 корпоративных AI-платформ для контента: прогноз 2026
Explore 5 AI platforms transforming enterprise marketing by automating content creation, optimization, and publishing.
Defect AI: казахский ИИ покоряет Stanford StartX и медрынок США
Defect AI, a Kazakh startup, became the first Central Asian company admitted to Stanford's StartX, revolutionizing healthcare compliance.
Defect AI: From 4 Rejections to Stanford StartX, US Hospitals
Defect AI, a Kazakh startup, became the first Central Asian company admitted to Stanford's StartX, revolutionizing healthcare compliance.
Almaty, Suzhou Universities Partner on AI, Robotics, Digital Manufacturing
Al-Farabi KazNU and Soochow University partner on AI, robotics, and digital manufacturing, boosting Central Asia's tech landscape.
Казахстан: 89% платежей цифровые, 200+ финтех-стартапов
Kazakhstan's fintech market soared, with 89% retail turnover digital, 200+ startups, and major VC. A blueprint for growth.
Казахстан: Финтех инвестиции $127 млн в Q1 2026 - рекордный подъем
Kazakhstan's fintech funding hits $127M in Q1 2026, driven by policy, consumer shift & international investment.
Astana Hub Launches $50M Fintech Fund for Central Asia Startups
Astana Hub launches a $50M fintech fund focusing on early-stage payments, digital assets, and AI tools in Central Asia.
Kazakhstan: AI Adoption Leader With 13.7% Generative AI Use
Kazakhstan leads Central Asia in AI adoption with 13.7% penetration, driven by state-led initiatives and significant investment.
Astana Fintech Leak: 50,000 Users' Data Exposed
Astana fintech hit by data breach: 50,000 user records exposed, reshaping Central Asian venture capital & cybersecurity.
Гранты США на ИИ в Казахстане: до $35 000 для выпускников
Kazakhstani alumni! Apply for AEIF 2026 grants ($5k-$35k) to fund digital/AI projects that create jobs & strengthen US-KZ ties. Deadline Mar 20.
LinguaKZ: $8M инвестиций и 1M+ загрузок. ИИ для языков
LinguaKZ, a Kazakhstani EdTech startup, hits 1M downloads & secures $8M Series A to expand its AI language app to new markets.
Казахстан: $350 млн на криптоинфраструктуру, не BTC/ETH
Kazakhstan launches a $350M "National Strategic Crypto Reserve" to invest in digital asset infrastructure and fintech, not direct crypto.
Kazakhstan's $350M Crypto Fund: No Bitcoin, Just Infrastructure
Kazakhstan launches a $350M "National Strategic Crypto Reserve" to invest in digital asset infrastructure and fintech, not direct crypto.
Zendesk: ИИ-поддержка клиентов, оплата за результат
Zendesk unveils an Autonomous Service Workforce, blending AI agents & human experts for outcome-based customer service.
Zendesk Ends Chatbot Era, Unveils AI-Human 'Autonomous Service Workforce'
Zendesk unveils an Autonomous Service Workforce, blending AI agents & human experts for outcome-based customer service.
Splio: AI-first CRM хаб в Барселоне для Южной Европы
Splio opens second HQ in Barcelona, driving AI-first CRM expansion in Southern Europe for real-time customer engagement.
Узбекистан: IT-сектор вырос до $1,86 млрд, опережая телеком
Uzbekistan's ICT sector shifts from telecom to IT and software exports, driven by government policy and private sector growth.
Kazakhstan: Digital Transformation Leader in Central Asia
Kazakhstan's CDO discusses how the nation is rapidly adopting AI & digital tech, from biometric payments to vast data centers.
Kazakhstan Fights AI Threats: New Laws, Regional Security
Central Asia confronts AI misuse: Kazakhstan leads regional efforts against AI-driven crime, disinformation, and fraud with new laws & tech.
Kazakhstan Adopts Central Asia's First AI Law, Targeting Deepfakes
Kazakhstan pioneers AI governance with Central Asia's first AI law, combating extremist deepfakes & manipulative AI. Learn the impact.
Central Asia: New AI Choke-point, Bargaining Chip, Launch-pad
Central Asia emerges as an AI choke-point & launch-pad. Geopolitical powers vie for influence via data, silicon & power.
Qsemble Sells 45% of Salesforce Stake Amid Share Buybacks
Qsemble cut its Salesforce stake, but institutional investors poured in $22.6B. Salesforce's buybacks & AI growth continue.
Казахстан: 15,9% внедрения ИИ, лидер Центральной Азии (Microsoft)
Kazakhstan leads Central Asia in AI adoption with 15.9% of its working-age population using generative AI, driven by policy, infrastructure, and investment.
Kazakhstan: AI Diffusion Hits 15.9%, Leads Central Asia
Kazakhstan leads Central Asia in AI adoption with 15.9% of its working-age population using generative AI, driven by policy, infrastructure, and investment.
Turkic AI Hub: OTS Launches Digital Push in Almaty
OTS launches Turkic AI, digital initiatives in Kazakhstan. Focus on AI centers, digital documents, satellite data, and cybersecurity.
RevOps в Salesforce: 8 шагов к архитектуре 2026
Transform Salesforce into a 2026-ready RevOps spine. Learn to govern revenue events for better forecasting, commissions & AI.
Казахстан: ИИ в каждой школе к 2029 году, реформа образования
Kazakhstan launches a four-year plan to integrate AI into every secondary classroom by 2029, focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and equitable access.
Kazakhstan: AI in Every School by 2029
Kazakhstan launches a four-year plan to integrate AI into every secondary classroom by 2029, focusing on infrastructure, teacher training, and equitable access.
Turkic States Forum: $20M Fund, AI Network, 5G Trials
Kazakhstan hosts Organization of Turkic States Business Forum, securing $500M+ for key projects in industry, logistics & tech.
Kazakhstan: Record $120M Q1 for Cloud & AI Startups
Kazakhstan cloud startups secure over $120M in Q1 2026, driven by state demand, data hubs, and AI. A 3x jump from last year.
Nokia, FTI: ИИ-дата-центры для Казахстана с жидкостным охлаждением
Nokia & Freedom Telecom test AI, liquid-cooled data centers for Central Asia, aiming for a digital bridge between Europe & Asia.
Kazakhstan: 0% IT Export Tax to Boost Tech GDP to 10% by 2030
Kazakhstan launches 0% corporate tax on IT exports for a decade, aiming for 10% tech GDP by 2030. Learn about the incentives.
Hepsiburada, Kaspi.kz Partner for 60,000 Turkish Shipments to Kazakhstan
Hepsiburada to launch in Kazakhstan via Kaspi.kz in 2026, targeting 60,000 monthly shipments. Lower costs & faster delivery await shoppers.
Salesforce AI: +26% эффективности продаж для малого бизнеса
Salesforce AI boosts SMB sales: instant summaries, email drafts, and automated tasks cut admin, boost leads by 26%.
Облачные расходы: $250+ млрд к 2035 г. Драйверы: ИИ, гибрид
Cloud server hosting to exceed $250B by 2035, driven by AI, hybrid cloud, and enterprise migration. Learn key trends & future outlook.
Kazakhstan: AI Spending Soars, Autonomous Agents Drive 24% Productivity
Generative AI spending to hit $900B by 2033. Kazakhstan embraces AI agents for economic growth, leveraging cloud & AIaaS.
Kazakhstan: AI Powers 25% of Payments, Banks Expanding Budgets
Kazakhstan's payment ecosystem is a leader in AI adoption, with 75% of banks using AI for credit scoring, fraud, and marketing.
Kazakhstan Emerges as New AI, Robotics Powerhouse
Kazakhstan rapid tech boom: 300+ robots, 45 AI projects, 1M+ trained citizens, new AI ministry. A national digital sprint.
Kazakhstan: AI, 5G, & Robots Propel Logistics 4.0 in Central Asia
Kazakhstan is spearheading Logistics 4.0 in Central Asia, using AI, 5G, and automation to transform mining, rail, and customs.
Kazakhstan: $2 Billion Data Center Valley to Boost Central Asia Tech
Kazakhstan pivots to tech with a $2B "Data Center Valley" in Ekibastuz, aiming for 1 GW capacity, solving power deficit, and attracting hyperscalers.
Казахстан: 50% энергосети на AI-мониторинге к 2027 году
Kazakhstan's energy sector transforms with digital twins, AI, and real-time monitoring, boosting efficiency and cutting costs.
CRM для медицины: бюджет 2026 ($120-250K) и факторы цены
Healthcare CRM budgets in 2026: $120K-$250K. Learn how HIPAA, EHR, and AI impact costs, and how to control spend.
Казахстан: e-CMR, ИИ ускоряют логистику Евразии, сокращая время на границе
Kazakhstan accelerates transport digitalization with e-CMR, e-Joldar, and AI, aiming for seamless logistics across the Middle Corridor.