Representatives of JSC «South Kazakhstan Medical Academy» Attended in the Digital Bridge 2025: Generative Nation International Technology Forum

The Digital Bridge 2025: Generative Nation international technology forum took place on October 2–4, 2025, at the EXPO International Exhibition Centre in Astana. JSC «South Kazakhstan Medical Academy» was represented by Rector Zh.S. Seitzhanova, vice-rector for academic work M.U. Anartaeva, and digital officer A.S. Nurpeissov.

Digital Bridge 2025, one of Central Eurasia’s largest events dedicated to technology and artificial intelligence, brought together representatives of the digital industry, science, education, and venture capital. The forum welcomed more than 30,000 participants from over 30 countries, more than 100 investors and business angels, over 400 speakers, and more than 130 startups and IT companies.

The forum opened with a plenary session attended by President of the Republic of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev. President of Hungary Tamás Sulyok attended as a guest of honour. Speakers at the plenary session included Telegram founder Pavel Durov, CEO of Sinovation Ventures and 01ai Kai-Fu Lee, Stanford University researcher and Google expert Peter Norvig, and other international experts.

The forum’s central theme, Generative Nation, reflected the vision of building a knowledge society through technological advancement and human capital development. Particular attention was given to integrating artificial intelligence into key sectors, developing domestic technologies, and training highly qualified professionals.

The programme covered six tracks: Startups Bridge, Tech Bridge, Global Bridge, Gov Bridge, Talent Bridge, and Creative Bridge. Participants attended panel sessions and exhibitions featuring startups, IT companies, robotics, and artificial intelligence solutions. Winners of the AI SANA Generative Nation national competition were also recognised.

The forum’s agenda at the intersection of education, science, and technology is particularly relevant to the Academy. Digital transformation in medical education, the responsible use of artificial intelligence tools, and the development of digital competencies among faculty and students are important priorities for higher education institutions. The participation of the Academy’s representatives in this international forum highlights the significance of these areas.

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