Kazakhstan: Kazakhstan's new language-learning application Aleem has surpassed Duolingo to become the most downloaded education app in Central Asia just three days after its launch, developers announced Tuesday. The app rapidly attracted 95,000 users and climbed to the top position in the App Store across Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, and Tajikistan.

According to Anadolu Agency, developers highlighted that Aleem is more than just a language-learning tool, describing it as a milestone for the region's technological ambitions. "This is not just an application -- it is proof that Kazakhs and the entire Turkic world are capable of creating world-class products," they expressed.

The developers emphasized that Aleem was developed "from scratch" without any external investment. The app provides standard vocabulary and expression practice, along with speaking and writing exercises and personalized lessons.