The article is devoted to problematic issues of hostage-taking and proper negotiation. It examines the basic requirements for a human negotiator, his psychological readiness and negotiation skills in various situations. Various negotiation models are recommended. Hostages and kidnappings remain one of the most dangerous types of terrorist activity [1, p. 391]. It is known that the success of a special operation to free hostages depends on a number of factors, among which, according to experts, negotiations are important. In addition, the role of the negotiator is special, since the result of a special operation largely depends on the complete abandonment of the crime (respectively, saving the lives of both hostages and employees of special units carrying out an anti-terrorist operation to free hostages and neutralize terrorists). On the one hand, on the other hand, the attack that causes the least damage to the aforementioned people. The relevance of developing an integrated system of requirements for a negotiator, including requirements for his personal characteristics and abilities, is beyond doubt. As practice shows, the proof of this thesis is the tendency to promote hostage crimes. The scale of the latter ranges from crimes of a criminal nature (from the «desperation» of people trying to avoid being detained by law enforcement agencies) to large-scale terrorist acts (taking hostages to influence the socio-political situation in their country and abroad). The list of demands for hostages ranges from the possibility of avoiding justice to the presentation of impossible demands, such as the expulsion of a military contingent from any country, region, etc.

The article deals with the question of the inexpediency of giving the status of forensic philological expertise to the status of psychological-philological expertise, taking into account the material under study and the areas of competence of a philologist and a psychologist. The author acquaints the audience with the content of discussions in the Russian scientific and expert community about the mandatory involvement of psychologists in the analysis of the semantic content of information materials and raises the question about the need to revise the position of forensic philological expertise in the Kazakh classification of forensic examinations.

In this study, both application and implications for artificial intelligence are explored within the context of Kazakhstan, a nation that is increasingly adopting artificial intelligence technologies in criminal surveillance to enhance public security. Although AI-driven techniques like facial recognition, predictive policing, and smart city infrastructures present intriguing opportunities for crime prevention and surveillance, they also introduce complex legal and ethical dilemmas. This study seeks to assess the degree of AI integration into Kazakhstan’s law enforcement procedures, focusing on the alignment of these technologies with international human rights norms and state legislative safeguards. Following a critical analysis of Kazakhstan’s legal framework, significant gaps are uncovered in regulating artificial intelligence surveillance, particularly relating to privacy and transparency. This study utilizes global precedents and ethical frameworks to solve existing gaps and provides practical policy recommendations specific to Kazakhstan’s unique socio-political context. The findings of this study highlight the need for robust legal safeguards, such as independent oversight bodies and data protection laws, to balance security with civil liberties. By situating Kazakhstan’s approach within the broader discourse on AI ethics and surveillance, this study contributes valuable insights into developing AI policies that support both technological advancement and the protection of human rights. The practical significance of this work extends to policymakers, scholars, and human rights advocates aiming to navigate the delicate equilibrium between public safety and personal freedoms in the era of AI-enhanced policing.

This article shows the formation of the methodology of criminology as a scientific knowledge. The main stages of the development of the methodology of criminalistics are considered, which primarily includes the definition of such concepts as the subject, tasks, objects, principles of the development of scientific knowledge. The article is presented within the framework of the competition for grant funding for scientific and (or) scientific and technical projects for 2024–2026 (EOM RK) «IRN: AP23485634 Modern transformation of Kazakhstan’s penitentiary system through the mechanism of public-private partnership».

This article analyzes the main types of offenses in the tourism sector, their legal and social features. Commonь offenses in the tourism sector include fraud, violation of consumer rights, provision of illegal tourist services, damage to natural and cultural heritage. Not only the legal consequences of such offenses are important, but also the social consequences. They can create mistrust in society and reduce the attractiveness of tourist destinations. The article considers ways to solve these problems and preventive mechanisms.

Binance’s operations have a substantial influence on the development of global norms for regulating digital assets exchanges. The company actively engages in discussions with regulatory bodies, sharing its expertise and insights to shape effective regulations. Binance highlights the significance of establishing international standards that safeguard user security and foster innovation in the realm of blockchain technologies. Consequently, Binance is a crucial player in the field of legalizing digital assets exchanges, working to meet regulatory standards while fostering innovation and collaboration with regulators worldwide. In this article, we explore the fundamental legal principles that govern the operations of a digital asset exchange, using Binance as a case study. The author’s article examines the real litigation cases that are being conducted around Binance. The author also conducts a comparative analysis of the legal regulation between Binance Global and Binance Kazakhstan.

The article examines the legal foundations of international legal cooperation in the recovery of illegally acquired assets, including international and regional conventions, as well as bilateral treaties on mutual legal assistance. The article analyzes the content of these legal instruments in terms of the presence of asset recovery mechanisms, the possibility of directly referring to them when making a request for legal assistance, and their effectiveness in ensuring the actual return of assets.