Minister of Digital Development, Innovation and Aerospace Industry of the Republic of Kazakhstan Zhaslan Madiyev held meetings with the US Chamber of Commerce and representatives of major US companies such as Meta and Apple. The meetings discussed key issues related to data security, combating fake accounts and protecting users. These topics are especially important for ensuring the safety of Kazakhstanis in the digital space.

“We are also actively cooperating with Telegram to promptly remove illegal content and block destructive channels. In accordance with our legislation, Internet platforms such as Telegram, WhatsApp and TikTok are now required to have a representative in Kazakhstan. An agreement has already been reached with Telegram to appoint their representative and open an office - an important step to increase control over content,” Zhaslan Madiyev noted.

The Ministry is also starting to work with Meta to combat fraudulent schemes. Combating Internet fraud is a global task that requires joint efforts. Meta representatives noted that the Internet fraud that Kazakhstan faces is a common problem for many countries. In the last quarter, Meta blocked 1.2 billion fake accounts worldwide using AI technologies.

The Ministry of Digital Development will continue to work with international partners to create a reliable infrastructure that will ensure the safety of Kazakhstanis on digital platforms. User protection remains a top priority, and we will strengthen cooperation to achieve this goal.

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