Kazakhstan teams up with Meta and BAITC to initiate an AI accelerator program for advancement in innovative technologies.
Kazakhstan to Launch Meta LLaMA Accelerator for AI Solutions
ASTANA - In a collaborative effort, the Kazakh Ministry of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, Meta, and the Blockchain & AI Technology Centre (BAITC) have signed a letter of intent to establish the Meta LLaMA Accelerator Kazakhstan. This joint program aims to develop and implement AI-based solutions in both the public and private sectors of the country.
The signing ceremony took place during the Astana International Forum 2025 on May 29. Kazakh Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry, Zhaslan Madiyev, stated that the program will provide access to computing resources and aims to announce the winners by Digital Bridge 2025, slated for Oct. 2-4.
The initiative intends to spotlight Kazakhstan's technological potential in artificial intelligence by creating open-source solutions based on Llama and KazLLM models, implementing AI products to address practical needs, and supporting startups and young teams through acceleration programs and international mentorship.
The Meta LLaMA Accelerator Kazakhstan aims to:
- Promote AI innovation and development.
- Strengthen operational capabilities in the public and private sectors.
- Enhance digital infrastructure to support AI solutions.
- Encourage collaboration and knowledge sharing.
Researchers have been working on developing LLaMA-based models for languages like Kazakh, ensuring cultural alignment and performance. This initiative aligns with broader efforts to enhance AI capabilities in Central Asia.
In summary, the Meta LLaMA Accelerator Kazakhstan seeks to accelerate the adoption of AI solutions, promote innovation, and contribute to the digital transformation of Kazakhstan's economy.
The Meta LLaMA Accelerator Kazakhstan, a joint initiative between the Kazakh Ministry, Meta, and BAITC, aims to advance AI innovation by creating open-source solutions based on Llama and KazLLM models, utilizing artificial intelligence to address practical needs. This program also intends to strengthen operational capabilities in both public and private sectors through the implementation of AI products.
