Team Telecom Armenia is the technology partner of the Tour of Armenia.

 Friday, September 11 2026 17:50:19
Team Telecom Armenia is the technology partner of the Tour of Armenia.

ArmInfo. Team Telecom Armenia is the technology partner of the international professional multi-day cycling race Tour of Armenia, which brought together 16 teams from around the world.

Creating sustainable cybersecurity capacity is a key prerequisite for Armenia’s digital transformation — Deputy Minister
 Friday, September 11 2026 15:28

Arminfo.  On September 11, Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry and Artificial Intelligence of the Republic of Armenia Tatev Aslanyan received a delegation headed by Dr. Sonja Kurtz, Director of the GIZ Office in Armenia, and Ivan Zusner, Programme Officer at the EU Delegation.

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UATE discussed with the Ministry of Technology and Industry the possibility of implementing joint initiatives
 Thursday, September 10 2026 15:06

ArmInfo. The Union of Advanced Technology Enterprises (UATE) and the Ministry of High-Tech Industry discussed the possibility of implementing joint initiatives in the near future and developing new areas of cooperation. This was reported by the press service of the Ministry of High-Tech Industry.

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The Ministry of Technology and Industry discussed the possibility of implementing joint programs with the French research institute CEA-Leti
 Tuesday, September 8 2026 13:04

ArmInfo. Minister of High-Tech Industry and Artificial Intelligence of the Republic of Armenia David Tadevosyan received representatives of the French research and technology institute CEA-Leti, led by Mikael Chagaspanian, Executive Vice President for Technological Strategic Partnerships.

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France`s leading research institute CEA-Leti is considering cooperation with Armenia.
 Monday, September 7 2026 20:52

ArmInfo. The Ministry of Economy held discussions with the French research and technology institute CEA-Leti on cooperation in the fields of microelectronics, semiconductors, photonics, digital technologies, and research and development (R&D).

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Papoyan discussed cooperation in digital technology and AI with World Bank representatives.
 Monday, September 7 2026 20:48

ArmInfo. Armenian Minister of Economy Gevorg Papoyan held a brief meeting with Sangbu Kim, World Bank Vice President for Digital Technologies and Artificial Intelligence, as part of the 15th Annual Investment Forum held in the UAE.

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The Ministry of Technology and Industry discussed new areas of cooperation with the World Bank
 Friday, September 4 2026 11:33

ArmInfo. Gevorg Mantashyan, Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry and Artificial Intelligence of Armenia, received representatives of the World Bank (WB).

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Over 200 teenagers from 15 countries participate in annual TUMO camp  with Team support 
 Monday, August 31 2026 17:02

ArmInfo.TUMO Camp 2026 was held in Armenia with the support of Team Telecom Armenia.

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The Armenian Ambassador reviewed the activities of the Technopark of the Georgian Agency for Innovation and Technology
 Monday, August 24 2026 20:46

ArmInfo. Armenian Ambassador to Georgia Ashot Smbatyan visited the Technopark of the Georgian Innovation and Technology Agency (GITA), where he met with the agency's director, Avtandil Kasradze.

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The U.S. shares its experience in AI application and automation with  Armenia
 Thursday, August 20 2026 14:36

ArmInfo.  As part of a U.S. Department of State Professional Fellows Program (PFP)  reciprocal project, Vladimir Karyan, Head of Operational Risk  Management at Acba Bank and PFP alumnus, and Dr. Mariofanna Milanova,  Professor of Computer Science at the University of Arkansas, Little  Rock, brought their expertise in AI applications, agentic AI, and  fintech to Armenia,  reported by the US Embassy in Armenia. 

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Rwanda interested in expanding technological cooperation with Armenia
 Thursday, August 13 2026 12:53

ArmInfo.  Rwanda is interested in expanding technological cooperation with Armenia, as stated by the newly appointed Rwandan Ambassador to Armenia Joseph  Nzabamwit during a meeting with Acting Deputy Minister of High-Tech  Industry Gevorg Mantashyan.

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US Embassy in Armenia: Firebird AI factory  is a tangible example of  the growing U.S.-Armenia partnership
 Monday, August 10 2026 17:06

ArmInfo.A major new chapter in Armenia’s AI development begins with the opening of the Firebird AI factory, as noted in a statement  issued by the U.S.   Embassy in Armenia, posted on its official Facebook page.

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ANC In digital age, sovereignty is ensured not only by military, but  also by diversifying artificial intelligence production
 Monday, August 10 2026 10:59

ArmInfo.  The opening of the Firebird AI plant in Hrazdan and the deployment of the highly  powerful NVIDIA Blackwell/Rubin infrastructure (18 MW currently, 300  MW in the future) is truly a significant achievement, allowing  Armenia to take a truly prominent place on the global technological  map. Levon Zurabyan, Deputy Chairman of the Armenian National  Congress, wrote about this on his Facebook page.

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RA Ministry of High-Tech Industry discuss possibility of implementing  joint initiatives with Kazakhstan
 Monday, August 10 2026 10:57

ArmInfo.  Armenian Minister of High-Tech Industry David Tadevosyan met with Kazakhstan's Deputy  Prime Minister and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital  Development Zhaslan Madiyev.

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Armenia and Kazakhstan discuss prospects for cooperation in  technology
 Monday, August 10 2026 10:41

ArmInfo. Armenian Deputy Prime Minister Mher Grigoryan met with Kazakh Deputy Prime Minister  and Minister of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development  Zhaslan Madiyev.

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Tatev Aslanyan appointed Deputy Minister of  RA High-Tech Industry 
 Friday, August 7 2026 17:29

ArmInfo. By the decision of Prime Minister Pashinyan, Tatev Aslanyan has been appointed Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry of Armenia. Aslanyan holds a degree from Erasmus University Rotterdam (Netherlands).

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Investment program for initial phase of AI plant construction totals  $150 Million, with around $70 mln already utilized
 Saturday, August 1 2026 14:42

ArmInfo.  Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan visited the Eleveight AI plant in Gagarin,  Gegharkunik Province, which is the first artificial intelligence  development plant in Armenia and the South Caucasus utilizing NVIDIA  Blackwell B300 technology.

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Ambassador: Armenia  can secure an  important position on  global  tech map
 Friday, July 31 2026 18:19

ArmInfo Armenia has significant potential in high technology and artificial intelligence and can take a significant place on the global technology map. This  was stated by Indian Ambassador to Armenia Nilakshi Saha Sinha, who  is concluding her mission in Armenia, during a meeting with Armenian  Deputy Minister of High-Tech Industry Gevorg Mantashyan.

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Mkhitar Hayrapetyan: Effective combination of agriculture and  advanced technologies is crucial for modern agricultural sector  development
 Friday, July 31 2026 13:48

ArmInfo.  The effective integration of agriculture and advanced technologies is a vital  prerequisite for the development of the modern agricultural sector.  This was stated by Mkhitar Hayrapetyan, Minister of High-Tech  Industry of Armenia, during his speech at the Sevan AgriTech Summit,  held as part of the Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026.

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Mkhitar Hayrapetyan: The Firebird project will create new opportunities for the scientific research community, startups, high-tech companies, and the public sector
 Tuesday, July 28 2026 19:51

ArmInfo. The strategic project implemented by Firebird will create new opportunities for the scientific research community, startups, high-tech companies, and the public sector.

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10th Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026 kicks off on shores of Lake  Sevan
 Monday, July 27 2026 11:43

ArmInfo. The 10th Seaside Startup Summit Armenia 2026 kicked off on the shores of Lake Sevan on July 26, bringing together startups from around the world, investors,  representatives of venture capital funds and technology companies,  mentors, leading industry experts, and innovation ecosystem leaders.

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SRC: In January–August 2026, a total of 205.5 billion drams in debit funds was returned to taxpayersSRC: In January–August 2026, a total of 205.5 billion drams in debit funds was returned to taxpayers
ZCMC presented its fifth sustainability report for 2025 — TNFD and DMA assessments conducted in Armenia for the first timeZCMC presented its fifth sustainability report for 2025 — TNFD and DMA assessments conducted in Armenia for the first time
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Armenia is among the visa-free countries for Russians where hotel accommodation prices have risen noticeably this summer.Armenia is among the visa-free countries for Russians where hotel accommodation prices have risen noticeably this summer.
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Armenia`s short-term country risk premium has fallen to a historically low level.Armenia`s short-term country risk premium has fallen to a historically low level.
The Armenian Ambassador discussed the TRIPP project with the head of Iranian Railways.The Armenian Ambassador discussed the TRIPP project with the head of Iranian Railways.
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Politician: The price of gasoline in Armenia has reached an all-time high of 600 drams per literPolitician: The price of gasoline in Armenia has reached an all-time high of 600 drams per liter
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The European Parliament approved temporary measures to liberalize trade in relation to Armenian productsThe European Parliament approved temporary measures to liberalize trade in relation to Armenian products
In January–August 2026, 1.467 million tourists visited Armenia.In January–August 2026, 1.467 million tourists visited Armenia.
A corresponding license will be required to organize games using gaming machines — State Revenue Committee A corresponding license will be required to organize games using gaming machines — State Revenue Committee
Natural gas imports into Armenia increased by 15.5% in the first half of 2026, while liquefied gas imports rose by 8.5%.Natural gas imports into Armenia increased by 15.5% in the first half of 2026, while liquefied gas imports rose by 8.5%.
The Central Bank of Armenia raised the refinancing rate from 6.5% to 6.75%.The Central Bank of Armenia raised the refinancing rate from 6.5% to 6.75%.
Unlocking Premium Flight Privileges: IDBank joins Visa and Wizz Air to Introduce Next-Generation Travel Privileges in ArmeniaUnlocking Premium Flight Privileges: IDBank joins Visa and Wizz Air to Introduce Next-Generation Travel Privileges in Armenia
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The Buissup Challenge competition concludes in Yerevan: 150 participants, 10 business challenges and a prize fund of 3.5 million dramsThe Buissup Challenge competition concludes in Yerevan: 150 participants, 10 business challenges and a prize fund of 3.5 million drams
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Team Telecom Armenia is the technology partner of the Tour of Armenia.Team Telecom Armenia is the technology partner of the Tour of Armenia.
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The Minister of Economy of the Republic of Armenia discussed the industry`s problems with representatives of enterprises producing reinforcing steel.The Minister of Economy of the Republic of Armenia discussed the industry`s problems with representatives of enterprises producing reinforcing steel.
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UATE discussed with the Ministry of Technology and Industry the possibility of implementing joint initiativesUATE discussed with the Ministry of Technology and Industry the possibility of implementing joint initiatives
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Armenia Substantially Reduces Gold Exports and Imports for the Second Consecutive YearArmenia Substantially Reduces Gold Exports and Imports for the Second Consecutive Year
Diamond exports and imports are declining at double-digit ratesDiamond exports and imports are declining at double-digit rates
Poland opens its market to Armenian agricultural products amid export difficulties - meeting at the RA Foreign MinistryPoland opens its market to Armenian agricultural products amid export difficulties - meeting at the RA Foreign Ministry
Visa Visitor Dynamics Research Reveals New Trends in Armenia`s Tourism SectorVisa Visitor Dynamics Research Reveals New Trends in Armenia`s Tourism Sector
MTUI submitted for public discussion a draft government resolution MTUI submitted for public discussion a draft government resolution "On the recognition of the preferential right of public interest to 100% of the shares of ESA CJSC"
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