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On August 29-30, 2024, the HITB Single Player CTF competition was held as part of the HITBSecConf 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand — Organized by Flagyard, the competition had over 60 participants. The challenges were in categories such as web, forensics, reverse engineering, binary exploitation, and cryptography. Winners: * 1st place — Bekzhan Darmenov * 2nd place — Puttimet Thammasaeng * 3rd place – Sailauov DidarRead More

On September 25, a meeting took place at Astana IT University with representatives from Cardiff University. We discussed potential academic cooperation, joint research projects, and exchange programs. These initiatives will create new opportunities for both AITU students and faculty. The visit was a significant step in strengthening the relationship between our universities, fostering innovation, and expanding global educational experiences.Read More

Askar Khikmetov is a graduate of Al-Farabi Kazakh National University with a degree in Applied Mathematics, Khikmetov brings extensive academic and professional experience to the role. He holds a PhD in Physics and Mathematics and has made significant contributions to the digitalization of higher education. Previously, he served as the head of the International IT University in Almaty and held various leadership positions at Al-Farabi Kazakh National University. Khikmetov’s research...Read More

On August 23, 2024, representatives of Bar-Ilan University visited Astana IT University, namely the Dean of the Faculty of Engineering, Professor Zeev Zalevsky, Dr. Joseph Talyosef and Dr. Pilkhaz Nanikashvili. During the meeting, Dean of AITU Mrs. Zuleikha Syzdykova briefly presented the university, and also presented wishes on the main areas of cooperation. In turn, Professor Zeev Zalevsky presented the Israeli university and his vision for the development of cooperation...Read More

In June 2024, Astana IT University celebrated an important event – the first graduation of master’s students in the MBA program “Financial Technology and Digital Transformation Business”! 11 talented graduates successfully completed their studies in a dual degree program in partnership with K. Sagadiev International Business University. They received a “Master of Business Administration” degree, ready to conquer new heights in the world of financial technology and digital transformation! We...Read More