The Ministry of National Economy, together with the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development of Kazakhstan, has launched a pilot project called the "Register of Mandatory Requirements in the Business Sphere." This is not just another digital initiative, but a systemic step toward transforming the interaction between the state and business.
The new service, built on artificial intelligence algorithms, automatically analyzes current regulatory legal acts, identifies requirements for entrepreneurs, systematizes them, and promptly updates the information. In essence, we are witnessing the birth of an intelligent assistant that takes on the routine work of monitoring legislation—a task that previously consumed significant time and human resources for companies.
How it works and why it is needed
The system is designed to reduce the administrative burden on businesses, increase regulatory transparency, and make the business environment more predictable. Instead of manually tracking changes in laws, entrepreneurs receive structured information tailored to their specific type of activity. This not only saves resources but also minimizes the risks of accidental violations, which often occur due to lack of awareness rather than malicious intent.
The pilot project was implemented in execution of the president's instruction, announced in his address of September 8, 2025, "Kazakhstan in the Era of Artificial Intelligence." The two ministries signed a joint order, and the new functionality is now available on the digital AI platform for businesses. In the near future, the service will also appear on the eGov Business portal.
This step is part of a broader strategy. President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev has repeatedly emphasized the need to move from discussions about digitalization to its practical application in everyday life, including doing business. 2026 has been declared the Year of Digitalization and Artificial Intelligence in Kazakhstan, which only confirms the seriousness of these intentions.
Digital vector and crypto ambitions
It is worth noting that Kazakhstan is consistently expanding its digital agenda. Previously, the Chairman of the Committee for Digital Assets and Breakthrough Technologies called the country one of the most developed CIS jurisdictions in the field of digital assets—alongside Uzbekistan and Kyrgyzstan. A comprehensive regulatory system has been built here, ranging from mining licensing to pilot projects on stablecoins.
In parallel, the authorities are forming a state crypto reserve, which will be replenished with confiscated assets, and its management is planned through a digital asset fund based at the National Bank. A special role is assigned to the city of Alatau, which they aim to turn into a platform for business and technology projects with special status and direct subordination to the government.
My view: the launch of the AI register is not just a convenient tool, but a signal of the maturity of Kazakhstan's approach to regulation. The introduction of AI into law enforcement practice reduces corruption risks and sets a precedent for other post-Soviet countries. The only question is how quickly the service will be filled with up-to-date data and become truly indispensable for businesses. If the pilot proves successful, we may see it scaled to related areas—from tax administration to customs procedures.