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News | 2026/10/06 14:15
Thanks to state funding and the expansion of screening programs, cases of breast cancer detected at stage 4 (advanced) in Armenia have decreased from 40% in 2018 to 13% by 2025-2026.By the numbers>1600 — the number of new cases recorded annually in Armenia.~30% — the percentage of women responding to invitations for screening tests (most still miss the opportunity for early detection).1500 wome...
Brands and market | 2026/10/06 11:56
Armenia Stock Exchange (AMX) has summarized the trading activity for September 2026. During the month, a dynamic trading environment has been maintained, highlighting growing investor confidence and market activity.On the primary auction platform of AMX, the allocation volume of government bonds was more than 45․4 billion AMD. Meanwhile, 91 transactions were conducted on the secondary market, with...
International affairs | 2026/10/06 11:54
The United Nations Children's Fund (UNICEF) warns that climate anomalies caused by ‘El Niño’ will pose a serious threat to children in 100 countries worldwide from October to December 2026.Why it matters Extreme wet or dry weather conditions increase the likelihood of floods and droughts, directly threatening the lives, health, and education of hundreds of millions of children.By the numbers,...
International affairs | 2026/10/06 11:43
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced that he will no longer use public funds for his advertising campaigns.Why this matters Following a wave of criticism regarding advertisements funded by the state budget, Trump has decided to switch to self-financing to ease tensions.What Trump says On the Truth Social network, the U.S. president explained his move:“The radical left is upset that I am publi...
International affairs | 2026/10/06 11:02
Climate anomalies and hot weather have dealt a severe blow to the French economy, causing significant damage to agriculture, healthcare, and the state budget.By the numbers:16 billion euros: Total damage caused by the hot summer, according to the parliamentary commission (MP Éric Coquerel).8.7 billion euros: Net losses for farmers (total losses in the sector were around 10 billion euros).~3 billio...
International affairs | 2026/10/05 15:55
The method of optogenetics discovered by the laureates allows for the study and control of nerve cells using light, laying the foundation for a new era in neuroscience.Laureates:Karl Deisseroth (Stanford University, Howard Hughes Medical Institute)Peter Hegemann (Humboldt University of Berlin)Georg Nagel (University of Würzburg)Scientific breakthrough:Discovery: Peter Hegemann and Georg Nagel disc...
Partner materials | 2026/10/05 14:07
Evocabank has raised subordinated debt financing of USD 5 million each from the EFSE and the GGF, both managed by Finance in Motion.
News | 2026/10/02 15:32
The Prime Minister of Armenia, Nikol Pashinyan, stated during a meeting with the heads of government delegations participating in the Eurasian Intergovernmental Council that the TRIP project opens up crucial opportunities for the development of regional transport connections.Key opportunities and significance.Direct railway connection. The TRIP project will open a direct railway connection between...
International affairs | 2026/10/02 14:10
U.S. Secretary of State Mark Toner has decided to unblock the $320 million military aid to Egypt, which had previously been frozen due to concerns over human rights. This was reported by the Associated Press agency.Justification and details of the decision.Brokerage role. The U.S. State Department justified the move by Egypt's key role in resolving the conflict with Iran. Toner emphasized tha...
Partner materials | 2026/09/30 14:13
Receiving an unexpected message from the CEO or from the direct supervisor is stressful on its own. But what if the executive demands an urgent payment, warns of a "confidential transaction," and asks you not to tell anyone? Many employees choose to carry out the order without asking questions. This is precisely the foundation of one of the most dangerous schemes known as "Fake Boss...
Partner materials | 2026/09/28 18:47
Did you know that, on average, only 11% of 15-year-old students in OECD countries demonstrate capabilities corresponding to the highest, 5th level of financial literacy?According to the PISA 2022 financial literacy assessment, students who have reached this level are able to analyze complex financial situations, understand the consequences of different financial instruments, and make informed deci...
Partner materials | 2026/09/28 15:13
Converse Bank will participate as a Lead Sponsor in the Bank Pekao FI Day & 52nd BACEE International Banking Conference, to be held on October 8–9 in Warsaw. The conference is one of the key international events organized by the Banking Association for Central and Eastern Europe (BACEE). Co-hosted by BACEE and Bank Pekao, the conference will bring together senior executives of international fi...
Partner materials | 2026/09/25 17:16
In today's world, the most valuable capital is not finance, but knowledge; this is why Idram and IDBank view education as a strategic investment in the future.Idram and IDBank are consistently present where the next generation of professionals is being shaped. The companies regularly conduct courses on financial literacy and information security at Russian-Armenian University and the Armenian...
Partner materials | 2026/09/25 16:52
The development of digital financial services today involves not only improving existing banking products but also creating specialized platforms that make financial services more efficient and accessible.Rate.Trading, a digital currency exchange platform launched by Rate.am and IDBank, is the result of this approach. The platform allows individuals and legal entities to monitor available exchange...
Partner materials | 2026/09/24 18:10
It is now possible to pay with Idram when placing orders on Glovo, as officially announced during an event celebrating Glovo Armenia’s 5th anniversary. From now on, when placing an order, simply select Idram from the available payment methods and complete the payment through the Idram&IDBank app.The two companies announced their partnership several months ago, signing a memorandum of cooperati...
