Telegram Opens Kazakhstan Office, Launches AI Lab, Meets President Tokayev
Telegram, the popular messaging app, has expanded its presence in Kazakhstan. The company, led by its founder Pavel Durov, opened an office in Astana and launched an AI lab called AIem.Ai. These developments were announced during a meeting with President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev at the Digital Bridge 2025 forum.
Telegram's new office in Kazakhstan signals a commitment to the region. The company discussed potential collaborations with President Tokayev, focusing on education, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity. These discussions could lead to joint projects with Kazakhstan’s supercomputing cluster, supported by the Ministry of Digitalization and the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence.
The AI lab, AIem.Ai, is a significant addition to Telegram's operations. It reflects the company's interest in advancing AI technology and its potential applications in Kazakhstan.
Telegram's expansion into Kazakhstan, with the opening of an office and an AI lab, demonstrates the company's commitment to the country's digital agenda. The discussions with President Tokayev about collaboration in education, AI, and cybersecurity suggest a promising future for technological development in Kazakhstan.
