A conference on digital economy and innovation was held at the International Scientific-Technological Park of the Academy of Sciences of Turkmenistan, according to the news website Asmannews.

Experts presented new developments in ICT and cybersecurity. Ahmet Esenov's report on Li-Fi technology, which transmits data via LED lamps, attracted particular attention. This technology offers speeds faster than Wi-Fi and opens up prospects for education, medicine, transport and ‘smart’ cities.

Other topics discussed included cyber security, electronic document management, the use of alternative energy sources and geoinformation systems. Nikolay Nikolayev presented the QField tool for managing natural resources and urban development.

Participants noted that such initiatives are in line with Turkmenistan's digital transformation strategy and the development of an innovative economy.