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ARTICLE · 15 JULY 2026

Digital Compliance 2026: Conflicts Among The Digital Code, Artificial Intelligence, And Personal Data Laws In Kazakhstan

Kazakhstan's digital legislation has undergone a comprehensive overhaul with new laws on artificial intelligence, personal data protection, and a Digital Code. However, an analysis reveals systemic inconsistencies and 'grey areas' that may pose significant risks to businesses, particularly regarding the classification of AI-powered recommendation systems used by platforms, marketplaces, and media outlets.

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In recent months, Kazakhstan’s digital legislation has undergone a comprehensive overhaul. The January enactment of the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan ‘On Artificial Intelligence’ (the ‘AI Law’), amendments to the Law of the Republic of Kazakhstan ‘On Personal Data and Its Protection’ (the ‘Personal Data Law’), and the extensive codification of the sector through the Digital Code of the Republic of Kazakhstan have fundamentally changed the regulatory landscape.

An analysis of the new regulatory framework has revealed systemic inconsistencies in certain provisions. In attempting to address a wide array of issues, legislators have created several ‘grey areas’ in legal regulation. Below are some of the legal provisions that may pose risks to businesses.

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