News and publications for 2026

Armenia strengthens cooperation with the USA in AI sphere

The country's authorities announced a large-scale diversification of technologies, energy, and supply chains to reduce dependence on a single partner.

Armenia to Invest $25 Million in AI Infrastructure: Government to Purchase Computing Power from Firebird AI

The first stage of funding will amount to almost $2.6 million - government agencies, universities, scientists, and startups will gain access to resources.

Solar Power Plant Appears in Shenavan

A 10 kW station installed with the support of Ucom and SunChild

Viva Recognized as Armenia's Fastest Mobile Network: Download Speed Exceeds 100 Mbps

Ookla named the operator a leader based on the first half of 2026 results after analyzing nearly 150,000 real user tests.

AI drinks billions of liters of water and emits tens of millions of tons of CO₂: neural networks become an environmental threat

The rapid growth of artificial intelligence creates a significant burden on the planet's energy and water resources.

The Netherlands Begins Printing New Generation Biometric Passports for Armenia

New ID cards have arrived in the country, and the issuance of modern passports will begin this autumn.

Scammers Promised Yerevan Residents Free Public Transport for a Month and Started Stealing Money via Telcell Wallet

Armenian Cyber Police Warned of a New Scheme with Fake Promotions on Facebook and Instagram

Armenia and EU Launch Dialogue on AI and Cybersecurity: Countries Prepare New Digital Projects

Yerevan and Brussels Discussed Digital Society Development, Data Protection, and AI Implementation in Public Administration

Armenia Joins US Trade over Aid Initiative: Betting on Trade, Investment, and Technology

The new US platform aims to replace the traditional aid model with business development, markets, and a sustainable economy

Viva launched the first 5G+ network in Armenia: a new communication standard started operating in Yerevan and the regions

The operator promises to provide coverage to all cities in the country by the end of the year and prepare the infrastructure for AI, IoT, and digital services

Toumai MT-1000 robot and high-speed internet enabled surgery without the surgeon's presence in the operating room

Armenia conducted its first surgery from a distance of 3300 km

24 Hours to Yerevan: A New Direct Bus Route from Moscow to Armenia Launched

A ticket from the Russian capital to Armenia costs 10,000 rubles, with weekly services

Armenia Gets a Chance for Rating Upgrade: Fitch Assesses Economic Growth, Reserves, and Multi-Billion Dollar AI Project

The international agency maintained the country's rating at BB- and outlined conditions for future assessment improvement

A new educational hub is being built in Armenia: the second COAF SMART Center will get a solar power plant and an agricultural school

A modern campus for rural children and farmers is being created in Armavir Province, which should open up new opportunities for the regions

Now Non-Stop: Flights from Yerevan to Bali, Maldives, and Phuket to Launch for the First Time

Shirak Avia opens three new long-haul destinations starting November 2026

Armenia could become an energy bridge between Iran and Russia: Tehran sees new opportunities

Iran has stated Yerevan's potential as a transit hub for gas, electricity, and other energy resources with the development of cooperation between the two countries.

Armenian Nuclear Power Plant to Receive 20 Billion Drams: Second Power Unit Prepared for Operation Until 2036

The Armenian government has allocated a new budget loan for the modernization of the country's only nuclear power plant and the extension of the service life of its key power unit.

Armenia has not yet chosen almost a third of preferential electric vehicles: 3200 duty-free quotas remain

Of the allocated 12,000 slots for duty-free import, about 8800 have been used, and dealers have utilized less than half of their quota.

Americans began studying the land for a new transport corridor in Armenia: the TRIPP project starts

AECOM engineers are evaluating future sites for the railway and infrastructure that should strengthen the region's trade ties.

Starlink Transferred 56 Communication Terminals to Armenia

The equipment will be used by rescuers to maintain communication where conventional networks are unavailable.

Emarat Enters Armenian Market: First UAE Brand Gas Station Opens in Yerevan

The company plans to deploy a network of 35 gas stations and invest up to $40 million in infrastructure development

Armenia tightens control over online casinos: "black list" of websites to be introduced and gambling advertising restricted

AI could add up to 8.7% to Armenia's GDP: Central Bank outlines three scenarios for economic transformation

The study shows that the key effect depends on investments in education, infrastructure, and workforce retraining

Expert criticizes IMEI system in Armenia: suggests alternative approaches to combat the shadow market

The analyst believes that control should focus on imports and sales, not on the registration of citizens' devices

Armenia launched the 29 million cubic meter Vedi Reservoir: the €90 million project has already begun operations

The new infrastructure will provide irrigation for thousands of hectares and save millions of kWh of electricity

IDBank explains how digital payments are changing the Armenian market

Ecosystems, QR payments, and installment models are shaping a new consumption economy and accelerating business turnover

Transfers to Armenia Sharply Increased: Inflow of Money from Abroad More Than Doubled

The Central Bank records an increase in cross-border transfers amid stronger inflows from Russia and the USA

Admission to 10th Grades in Armenia Goes Digital: Launch of a Unified Online System

Admission to high school will for the first time be conducted through a state platform with multi-stage registration

Gas tariffs for the population of Armenia frozen

The regulator revised the calculations, but gas payments for citizens will remain the same

TRIPP to remain within EAEU framework: Yerevan clarifies transit project with US

Armenia confirms the current format of cooperation with the US, but emphasizes that customs rules will be consistent with the norms of the Eurasian Union