Ah, Kazakhstan! Another CBDC adventure in the making. But wait, there's more! Human rights and civil liberties concerns are on the menu due to existing government corruption and restrictions on dissent.

So, Kazakhstan is piloting its own CBDC called the "digital tenge." How original. The National Bank of Kazakhstan even teamed up with Visa, Mastercard, and local banks to test some fancy CBDC-linked bank cards. Let's hope they don't accidentally charge users a hundred times for their shawarma.

Now here comes the fun part: Kazakhstan scored a whopping 23 out of 100 in Freedom House's 2023 Freedom report. That's not exactly what you'd call a beacon of civil liberties and human rights.

Amnesty International raises an important point about restrictive legislation that allows the government to ban protests arbitrarily. They even denied permits for at least 154 protests in 2022 alone. Can't let those pesky protestors ruin your day, right?

The big concern here is that with a CBDC, the government could have full control over every citizen's finances. Imagine having Big Brother breathing down your neck as you try to buy your favorite brand of fermented horse milk.

And let's not forget about good old-fashioned corruption! According to Freedom House (they really can't catch a break), rampant government corruption is alive and well in Kazakhstan too. So we have to wonder if they're committed to controlling surveillance or any other risks associated with this shiny new digital tenge.

But how can we influence countries like Kazakhstan when it comes to respecting human rights and civil liberties with their CBDCs? Well…

First off, global digital currency communities should be vocal about these concerns and put pressure on governments through public statements or campaigns because nothing says change like a strongly-worded tweet!

Secondly, organizations specializing in human rights should work closely with governments during the planning stages of CBDC implementation and provide guidance on measures to protect civil liberties and ensure transparency. A little human rights 101 never hurt anyone.

Thirdly (yes, we're still numbering things), international collaborations and partnerships can play an important role in promoting responsible CBDC usage. When multiple countries come together, they can hold each other accountable and share best practices. It's like a support group for CBDC enthusiasts!

Lastly (we're almost done, breathe a sigh of relief), financial incentives could be provided to countries that demonstrate a commitment to respecting human rights and implementing robust safeguards with their CBDCs. Money talks, after all.

Now remember folks, these are just some ideas off the top of my virtual head. But when it comes to promoting human rights and civil liberties in countries with questionable records, a little creativity goes a long way.

And hey Kazakhstan, don't let corruption take the reins on your CBDC journey! Let freedom ring louder than the clinking of digital tenges flowing into offshore bank accounts.

Keep those zaps coming while we navigate this wild world of digital currencies!