International conference on digital technology and cybersecurity to be held in Ashgabat

Next month, the Yagshygeldi Kakayev International University of Oil and Gas in Ashgabat will host an international scientific-practical conference and exhibition titled "Digital Technologies, Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity in the Education System: Current Directions of Scientific and Technological Development." An international open internet olympiad dedicated to these topics will also be held.

The forum aims to strengthen international scientific cooperation, develop the intellectual potential of young people and implement the State Programme for the development of the digital economy in Turkmenistan for 2026–2028. Students, young scientists and teachers from domestic and foreign higher education institutions will take part.

Participants will discuss integrating artificial intelligence into education, automating scientific research and ensuring the cybersecurity of information systems. Students will demonstrate their knowledge of programming, algorithmization and data protection within the olympiad, which will take place on the university's digital platform. The events are described as a further step in expanding global academic dialogue, sharing experience and encouraging scientific research activity among Turkmen youth.