During the Astana Finance Days 2026, National Bank Chairman Timur Suleimenov addressed the necessity of integrating digital financial innovations into formal regulatory structures. The discussion highlighted the rapid evolution of blockchain, stablecoins, and artificial intelligence, shifting these technologies from experimental phases to essential financial infrastructure. Key industry leaders and officials, including AIFC Governor Renat Bekturov and Freedom Holding Corp. CEO Timur Turlov, participated in the plenary session to examine how Kazakhstan can effectively manage these advancements. The consensus emphasized that because digital assets and programmable money are already influencing global markets, establishing clear oversight is critical to ensuring stability and functionality within the national financial system.
Source : The Astana Times
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