Astana Boosts Smart City Progress with AI Surveillance and Digital Twin Tech
Astana, the capital city of Kazakhstan, is embarking on a groundbreaking Smart City project that aims to revolutionize urban management through the integration of advanced artificial intelligence (AI) and video surveillance technology. This initiative, which is being implemented through a public-private partnership, is set to enhance public safety, operational efficiency, and overall quality of life for residents.
According to reports from the city’s Digitalization and Public Services Department, Astana currently operates 700 hardware and software systems, including 6,000 cameras monitoring linear sections and intersections, 4,000 general surveillance cameras, and 3,000 third-party cameras. These systems are centrally managed in Astana’s Central Control Center.
In a new partnership with Presight AI, a public company under the United Arab Emirates-based G42 international holding, the city is planning to enhance, modernize, and expand its existing surveillance infrastructure. The $190 million six-year agreement, signed by Presight and the city’s administration, will see the deployment of 14,000 general video surveillance cameras, integration of 8,000 third-party cameras, and establishment of 1,202 systems for traffic violation monitoring.
Presight CEO Thomas Pramotedham praised Astana for its leadership in adopting world-leading AI technology for smart city applications. The Astana Smart City project aims to create an ecosystem powered by AI-driven video analytics, which will improve urban management, traffic optimization, and public safety. By utilizing advanced monitoring infrastructure and intelligent vision systems, the initiative will provide real-time insights to enhance city operations and situational awareness.
One of the key features of the project is the development of Astana’s digital twin, where over 100,000 video surveillance cameras will be connected to an advanced AI-powered video analytics system. This technology will enable the city to identify potential threats in real-time, leading to improved emergency response times and overall security.
It is worth noting that 60% of the work on this transformative project will be carried out by Kazakhstan’s local companies. With the implementation of this Smart City initiative, Astana is poised to become a global leader in urban innovation and technological advancement for the benefit of its residents and visitors alike.
