DIGITAL SOCIETY AND THE RULE OF LAW: CONTEMPORARY ISSUES AND SOLUTIONS

Abstract

This article explores the legal foundations of establishing a digital society in the Republic of Kazakhstan, focusing on the principal challenges that arise amid rapid technological transformation. The primary goal of the study is to provide concrete recommendations for improving legislative frameworks that safeguard citizens’ rights and interests in the context of widespread adoption of electronic services. A combination of comparative legal analysis, dialectical methodology, and comprehensive evaluation of statistical data was employed, revealing gaps in cybersecurity, personal data protection, and the mitigation of digital inequality across various regions. The findings indicate that existing regulations require ongoing refinement, given the rapid development of information and communication technologies. The authors emphasize the importance of close collaboration between government institutions and the business community, as efforts to enhance data management and cybersecurity measures demand coordinated actions at multiple levels. The article underlines Kazakhstan’s considerable potential to expand its digital industry and move toward international standards through legislative modernization and increased investment in information technologies. Moreover, it highlights the need to refine research approaches and measurement tools in the realm of digital rights, enabling more precise assessments of public access to online services and timely responses to new threats. Consequently, the proposed measures to bolster cybersecurity, protect personal data, and improve the accessibility of e-services stand to boost the country’s innovative capacity and advance the rule of law to a new level.