Yerevan’s WCIT 2024 highlighted Armenia’s growing role in the global tech community, focusing on AI and ethics. While panels on governance and medical innovation drew interest, high ticket prices and competing events tempered the buzz around Armenia’s emerging potential as a tech hub.
While Armenia's Central Bank is pushing for cryptocurrency regulation citing consumer protection and market integrity, the government's approved bill on non-cash crypto transactions raises concerns over privacy, economic growth, and innovation.
The health and growth potential of Armenia's indigenous tech industry remains uncertain as the legislation that supports the development of a homegrown tech sector and boosts Armenia's reputation as a tech-friendly country is set to expire this December. As of now, a new draft law has not yet been made public.
To ensure future prosperity and address Armenia’s fragile security situation while improving its capabilities, three pillars are necessary - scientific innovation, economic growth and a military-industrial complex. These were the key themes addressed during the Gituzh conference in Yerevan.
Armenia would benefit from following Taiwan’s approach in turning its burgeoning tech sector as a geopolitical tool. In doing so, Armenia can position itself as an indispensable player in the global economy, thereby enhancing its security standing.
Ongoing security threats by Azerbaijani Armed Forces since the end of the 2020 Artsakh War have prompted Armenian policy makers to speed up planned upgrades to the country’s transport infrastructure. Raffi Elliot explains.
For Armenia, domestic energy production is not a mere vanity goal, but a national security priority. As a country devoid of any apparent fossil fuel deposits, energy security means renewable energy. Raffi Elliot explains.
Gastro tourism, ecotourism and adventure tourism are expanding rapidly in Armenia. Its rugged topography, culture of hospitality and rich culture is appealing for those looking for memorable and authentic experiences.
While the recent wave of Russians moving to Armenia following the invasion of Ukraine has been surprising to some, it’s worth pointing out that Yerevan has hosted successions of Russian emigre communities for quite a long time now.
Ethiopia’s historic Armenian community is bracing for renewed fighting as the country’s year-long civil war reaches the outskirts of the capital, Addis Ababa. What will be the fate of the Armenians living there?
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