A landmark stage of the AqylTech / IT-Aiel project has concluded in Kazakhstan – the “5 Regional Initiatives” competition. This event serves as vivid proof that the country’s digital transformation begins with active youth ready to implement Artificial Intelligence and enhance financial literacy, even in the most remote corners of the republic.
Mission: Technology for Everyone The AqylTech / IT-Aiel project continues its vital mission of closing the digital divide. The competition focused on supporting rural youth and young women, providing them with the tools to realize ideas capable of improving life in their regions.
How it Happened:
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October 28, 2025: The Competition Commission conducted a detailed review of applications in Astana.
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October 31, 2025: The final chord was an online presentation where project authors defended their strategies before experts.
The commission noted not only the high technical level of preparation but also the deep social significance of the ideas. Young leaders are striving to solve real-world problems, ranging from mental health to the financial independence of families.
The “Bold Six”: Participating Projects
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Mind&Tech: Innovative digital tools to support youth mental health in rural areas.
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Bizsolver: A bridge platform connecting young specialists with entrepreneurs.
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Financial Literacy via AI: A modern approach to capital management.
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Online Course on AI in Education: Training teachers and students in the technologies of the future.
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Financial Literacy for Families: A step-by-step path to financial independence.
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EduNova: A next-generation educational platform.
New Opportunities and Recognition There were no losers in this competition – every project received momentum for further growth. By the commission’s decision:
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All 6 participants were awarded certificates and valuable gifts.
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Nurgul Basybayeva and Galiya Sarsenova were invited to become official partners and speakers for the AqylTech / IT-Aiel project in 2026.
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Path to Big Business: All finalists received a unique chance to undergo training at the Startup Academy Astana Hub.
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Expert Support: Individual consultations with leading experts will be organized for the teams to “fine-tune” their projects.
Looking Ahead to 2026 The project organizers emphasize: this is only the beginning. The initiative and courage shown by this year’s participants have laid the foundation for a new scale of impact. The results are now available on the official TechnoWomen resources.