Development of Data Centers (DC)
Seisembekov highlighted the transformation in the approaches to the construction and utilization of data centers. A rise in demand for data centers catering to government information systems (GIS) is anticipated, where the infrastructure requirements significantly differ: energy consumption per rack can reach 30–100 kW.
In 2025, the construction of a new data center in Kazakhstan will commence, featuring GPU modules intended for artificial intelligence and high-performance computing tasks. Additionally, the government plans to lease server capacities and GPU resources, as well as utilize data centers in a "hotel" format for the installation of third-party equipment.
Satellite Internet and D2D Technologies
Satellite internet is rapidly developing in Kazakhstan, particularly in remote regions. A notable example is the launch of satellite internet on "Talgo" trains in January 2025, supported by the operator OneWeb. This marks OneWeb's first commercial case in the railway transport sector.
It is expected that by 2026, new satellite operators will enter the Kazakh market, including:
- OneWeb (already providing services);
- Amazon Kuiper (a memorandum has been signed);
- Chinese operators (currently in negotiation stages);
- Beeline (developing its own D2D solution).
D2D (Direct-to-Device) technology allows smartphones to connect directly to satellites without the need for ground receivers. This opens up new communication opportunities in remote areas.
Regulation of Satellite Technologies
With the development of NGSO (Non-Geostationary Satellite Orbit) systems, Kazakhstan is revising its legislative norms. The new version of the Telecommunications Law will include a separate chapter dedicated to satellite technologies. The main principle of regulation will be "do not interfere and do not require protection," ensuring flexibility in the use of equipment.
Thus, Kazakhstan is actively integrating new telecommunications technologies, creating conditions for the digitalization of remote regions and the implementation of advanced solutions in telecom infrastructure.