Jensen Huang, founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of US-based chip manufacturer Nvidia, said that Kazakhstan can become one of the global centers in the field of physical artificial intelligence, thanks to its energy resources and qualified workforce.
Huang, who made his first visit to Astana, the capital of Kazakhstan, answered the questions of Deputy Prime Minister of Kazakhstan and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development Jaslan Madiyev at the event organized by Astana Hub at the International Artificial Intelligence Center Alem.AI.
Stating that artificial intelligence is becoming increasingly important for the economic growth and international competitiveness of countries, Huang stated that this technology is not only limited to digital products but also creates a new industrial field.
Pointing out that energy, data and high processing power are required for the development and operation of artificial intelligence systems, Huang emphasized that Kazakhstan can use its natural resources to create added value in the field of technology.
“In the future, instead of just exporting energy, you can convert energy into AI capacity and export that capacity,” Huang said.
Referring to the importance of countries increasing their competence in the field of artificial intelligence by processing their own data, Huang stated that data reflects the cultural background, history and values of societies, and said that this information should be treated as a strategic resource.
Huang noted that countries should develop the capacity to provide artificial intelligence services to their citizens, as well as energy networks, internet and telecommunication infrastructures.
Stating that adapting open source technologies to local languages, cultural characteristics and needs will contribute to the creation of national artificial intelligence infrastructures, Huang stated that Kazakhstan has significant advantages thanks to its human resources trained in science, mathematics and technology.
Huang stated that Kazakhstan has the potential to become one of the world's leading centers in the field of physical artificial intelligence, and emphasized that energy resources as well as workforce specialized in science and technology will be decisive in achieving this goal.
State medal from Tokayev to Nvidia CEO Huang
President of Kazakhstan Kasım Cömert Tokayev received Nvidia CEO Jensen Huang at the Akorda Presidential Palace in Astana.
Stating that Huang's visit is important for advancing the cooperation between Nvidia and Kazakhstan, Tokayev expressed his gratitude for the company's contributions to the country's artificial intelligence ecosystem.
Stating that artificial intelligence and digital transformation are among Kazakhstan's national priorities, Tokayev said that the cooperation with Nvidia will accelerate the developments in these areas.
Huang, on the other hand, stated that he welcomed Kazakhstan's goals to develop and disseminate artificial intelligence, and noted that he supports the country's approach that places this technology at the center of the national development strategy.
Stating that there has been significant progress in the cooperation between Nvidia and Kazakhstan in the last year, Huang stated that they have developed new partnerships with Kazakhstani technology companies.
After the meeting, President Tokayev awarded Huang the first degree state order of Friendship for his contributions to the development of artificial intelligence in Kazakhstan.
