Казахстан, Узбекистан: финтех-хабы с $250 млрд цифровых платежей
Kazakhstan & Uzbekistan redefine fintech, leveraging mobile money & digital infra. They attract $320M VC, with new laws & CBDCs.
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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 Digital Code (2026): New AI, Data Rules
Kazakhstan's Digital Code (July 2026) sets legal framework for AI & data. Learn about AI requirements, data governance, and digital rights.
Astana: Central Asia's New AI Hub, Bridging Continents
Astana emerges as a global AI hub, hosting WAICO's regional office & major AI initiatives. Discover why Kazakhstan is a key player.
Baidu Apollo Go Brings Robotaxis to Kazakhstan: First in Central Asia
Baidu Apollo Go launches robotaxis in Kazakhstan, marking China's first driverless vehicle export to Central Asia. Focus on L4 tech.
Kazakhstan Blockchain Startup Secures Funding for Central Asia DeFi
Kazakhstan's blockchain startup secures seed funding, boosting Central Asia's DeFi. Nation builds regulatory & tech foundations.
Казахстан: сингапурские VC развивают DeFi и Web3
Singapore VCs invest in Central Asian DeFi infrastructure, as Kazakhstan emerges as a blockchain hub with state-backed initiatives.
Казахстанский e-commerce стартап привлек $12 млн: экспансия в ЦА
Kazakh e-commerce startup secures $12M Series B for Central Asia expansion, eyeing 75-95% annual growth in the region.
SaaS в СНГ: инфраструктура и навыки - драйверы роста
CIS SaaS adoption accelerates due to remote work, real-time analytics, and AI, overcoming infrastructure barriers for digital transformation.
AI SaaS в Центральной Азии: рост 39,6%, финтех, агротех, RegTech
Central Asia's SaaS market is booming with AI-native solutions, projected to grow 39.6% annually. Focused on customer service & data analytics.
SAP BTP 2026: AI Transforms Platform into Self-Driving OS
SAP BTP transforms into an AI-orchestrated, event-driven OS, enabling real-time analytics & self-driving enterprise software.
Astana AI Film Festival: $1M Prize for AI-Generated Films
Astana to host the AAIFF 2026, a new AI film festival with a $1M prize pool. Featuring AI-generated films, master classes & more.
Alem Capital: $25 млн в фонд Sturgeon для развития технологий в ЦА
Alem Capital Management anchors Sturgeon Capital's $25M fund for Central Asian tech, addressing Kazakhstan's Series-A funding gap.
Central Asia's Fintech Boom: Growth Hinges on Tech Infrastructure
Central Asia's tech companies drive economic growth by boosting financial inclusion, governance. Fintech, AI reshape economies.
GGV открывает офис в Ташкенте: мост для стартапов ЦА и MENA
Golden Gate Ventures opens Tashkent office, bridging Central Asian and MENA startup ecosystems with a new fund and partnerships.
GGV Opens Tashkent Office: Bridge for Central Asia, MENA Startups
Golden Gate Ventures opens Tashkent office, bridging Central Asian and MENA startup ecosystems with a new fund and partnerships.
Казахстан: $10 млрд на дата-центры NVIDIA и ИИ-стратегия
Kazakhstan leads Central Asia in AI adoption with new ministry, laws, and NVIDIA partnerships, driving mandatory AI integration.
Kazakhstan's Digital Tenge: Billions in Gov't Spending, Not Yet Retail
Kazakhstan's digital tenge pilot is now operational, reshaping public finance with programmable money for infrastructure & taxes.
EU's €12B Package Connects 3M Central Asians to High-Speed Internet
EU's €12B Team Europe package brings secure, high-speed satellite internet to 3M+ in Central Asia, boosting education & commerce.
Kazakhstan, Indonesia Sync Digital/AI Strategies for 2026
Kazakhstan & Indonesia align digital strategies for 2026. Explore their AI, GovTech, and infrastructure plans for a shared digital future.
EU's €60M Satellite Plan: Fast Internet For Central Asia Villages
EU invests €60M in satellite broadband for 1,600 Central Asian villages, bringing 3M online with sovereign digital highways.
Акции Adobe рухнули: ИИ-риски меняют SaaS-модель ценообразования
Adobe plunges 9% after CFO exit amidst AI squeeze. SaaS giants face eroding pricing power as AI agents reduce seat counts & drive new pricing models.
Adobe Plunges 9% After CFO Exit; AI Impacts SaaS Pricing
Adobe plunges 9% after CFO exit amidst AI squeeze. SaaS giants face eroding pricing power as AI agents reduce seat counts & drive new pricing models.
Казахстан и Узбекистан: ИИ, 5G ускоряют цифровую трансформацию к 2026
Kazakhstan & Uzbekistan sprint to digital. AI in 72 sectors, e-services, 5G, and cross-border tech reshape Central Asian economies.
Kazakhstan's AI Ministry Rewires Workflows, Targets 2026 AI Integration
Kazakhstan's AI Ministry is pioneering civil-service tech. 4,500 employees, QazTech & AI assistants by 2026. Faster decisions, fewer errors.
Salesforce Marketing Cloud: внедрение (2026) - 7 шагов
Master Salesforce Marketing Cloud implementation in 2026 with this 7-phase playbook: groundwork, data, rollout, integration & more.
Kazakhstan: SaaS Growth, Data Laws Impact KASE Tech Trends
Kazakhstan's KASE index shows SaaS demand shifts. PMI indicates adaptive models, new IPO rules, and data localization impact cloud spend.
Atlassian: облачный доход 1 млрд $; тренды 2026, ИИ-готовность
Atlassian's Q2 FY2026 sees cloud revenue hit $1B, total revenue up 23%. Enterprise software thrives amid cloud & AI demand.
Atlassian's Cloud Revenue Hits $1 Billion First Time; Up 26%
Atlassian's Q2 FY2026 sees cloud revenue hit $1B, total revenue up 23%. Enterprise software thrives amid cloud & AI demand.
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.
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.