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Balaji’s Network School turns to Kazakhstan amid Malaysia setback

Latest NewsPublishedJul 22, 2026

New Horizon for Digital Nomads

The Network School, a community of digital nomads, is exploring a new campus in Kazakhstan after facing regulatory challenges in Malaysia. This move comes as the Kazakh government aims to establish itself as a technology hub, including plans for a “crypto city” in Alatau. The Network School’s founder, Balaji Srinivasan, sees this as an opportunity to create a haven for global techno-optimism, with expedited visas and streamlined redomiciliation.

The agreement between Kazakhstan’s Minister of Digital Development and Srinivasan paves the way for the first Network School campus in the country. This development is significant, as it highlights the potential for countries to attract talent and capital by offering favorable conditions. The Network School’s experience in Malaysia, where it faced licensing breaches and immigration law violations, serves as a reminder of the importance of regulatory compliance.

A New Home for Techno-Optimism

Srinivasan’s vision for the new campus is to create a hub for innovation and progress, with a focus on attracting top talent from around the world. The Kazakh government’s support for the project is a testament to its commitment to becoming a leading technology hub. As the Network School establishes its presence in Kazakhstan, it is likely to attract like-minded individuals and organizations, further solidifying the country’s position as a center for technological advancement.

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“Our new campus will become a haven for global techno-optimism, with expedited visas, streamlined redomiciliation, and active recruitment of talent,” Srinivasan said Tuesday.

Network School faces loss of Malaysia Digital status 

The new memorandum of understanding with Kazakhstan comes as the Forest City campus faces regulatory action on several fronts. 

On Tuesday, the Iskandar Puteri City Council (MBIP) revoked the business license of NSO Malaysia Sdn Bhd, which operates the Network School, alleging the company breached licensing conditions and premises usage requirements. 

This led to the Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC) announcing it is taking immediate steps to revoke the Malaysia Digital status of NSO Malaysia, which requires companies under the program to follow all local and federal laws. 

Malaysia Digital is a recognition awarded to qualified technology and digital companies, providing them with tax incentives, freedom of ownership and allowing the employment of local and foreign workers, among other incentives. 

Meanwhile, Onn Hafiz Ghazi, Chief Minister of Johor State, has urged Malaysia’s federal authorities to continue investigating whether the Network School violated immigration laws. 

Related: Balaji seeks Malaysia deal, threatens exit after Network School probe 

“This matter cannot be taken lightly, especially since Johor is a strategic entry point for the country bordering Singapore. Any weaknesses or abuse of the immigration system must be addressed promptly, firmly, and without compromise,” said Onn. 

On Friday, Srinivasan denied reports that the Network School was shutting down, claiming that it had received two notices, with one notice requiring it to “change the text of a sign” and the other regarding a coworking site, created by joining two adjacent units, that had a valid license on one side, not on the other. 

“We have a remedial period for both issues, and will remediate them shortly. But our members are otherwise unaffected,” he said. 

Cointelegraph reached out to Srinivasan and Network School for comment. 

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