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SDG-4. A roundtable discussion titled “Artificial Intelligence, Media and Education: A Knowledge Nation and Responsible Society” was held at 91��ý Kazakh National University as part of the international forum “Farabi Alemi.” The session was moderated by Acting Dean of the Faculty of Journalism Manshuk Mukasheva.

In his opening remarks, Vice-Rector for Sustainable Social Development Bakytzhan Omarov noted that artificial intelligence is becoming a key driver of societal transformation and requires a responsible approach from the state, academia, and the media.

The plenary session was opened by Advisor to the Chairman of the Supreme Court of the Republic of Kazakhstan, Kalka Nurlan Nurakhmetuly. He emphasized the global nature of technological change and referred to President Kassym-Jomart Tokayev’s position on the growing demand for AI specialists. He also highlighted the implementation of digital solutions in the judicial system, including facial recognition and speech-to-text technologies.

Professor Mira K. Desai (SNDTWU) focused on the role of education in shaping digital culture. Madina Abdrashitova, founder of the AI agency “NeuroEvolution,” stressed the importance of AI-related skills for modern professionals. Natalia Broslavskaya, CEO of Nabroski, spoke about the transformation of the media landscape and the increasing influence of algorithms.

Daniyar Kunafin, SMM editor at Zakon.kz, presented practical aspects of working with digital platforms, while Associate Professor Karlyga Myssayeva discussed the impact of AI on the humanities. Akzharkyn Kydyrkhanova, Editor-in-Chief of “Paiym Media,” emphasized the importance of media literacy and responsibility in information dissemination.

Participants discussed public policy in AI, the social implications of digitalization, and the interaction between media, education, science, and business. Special attention was given to presentations by young researchers.

The discussion concluded that the development of artificial intelligence in Kazakhstan requires a balance between technological progress and ethical principles, as well as active cross-sector collaboration.