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HackAlem AI hackathon in Astana to feature OpenAI and $1 million prize

The event is scheduled for 23 September in Astana and is described in an announcement as one of the world's largest AI hackathons.

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Key facts

  • HackAlem AI is scheduled for 23 September in Astana.
  • The hackathon has a $1 million prize fund.
  • OpenAI is named as a participant in the event.
  • HackAlem AI is described as one of the world's largest AI hackathons.
  • The event is expected to bring together developers, students and IT specialists from Kazakhstan and other countries.

The HackAlem AI hackathon is scheduled for 23 September in Astana, according to an announcement published by the IT Uppertunity Telegram channel. The post says the event will involve OpenAI and has a prize fund of $1 million.

The announcement describes HackAlem AI as one of the largest AI hackathons in the world. It says the event will bring together thousands of developers, students, young specialists and IT enthusiasts from Kazakhstan and other countries.

Source:IT Uppertunity. Анонсы ИТ КЗ, 19.10.2026

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