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Partner materials | 2026/08/13 19:53

Unlocking the Secrets of the Financial World at ''Hayordi'' Camp with Idram&IDBank

Bank accounts, payment cards, deposits - to explain these and several other concepts and answer the kids' most burning financial questions, Idram and IDBank this time visited ''Hayordi'' Camp.Since 2021, ''Hayordi'' Camp has been welcoming children of fallen servicemen every year, with their number now reaching 1,500.This year, around 300 children to...

Partner materials | 2026/08/11 18:11

Customer Appreciation Day - This Time at IDBank’s“Erebuni” Branch

IDBank’s initiative dedicated to thanking customers and surprising them without any special occasion was held at the “Erebuni” Branch. Hosting the traditional Customer Appreciation Day at different branches is an important part of the Bank’s mission to stay closer to its customers.According to Seda Avagyan, Head of the Customer Experience Management Department at IDBank, the project has received...

Partner materials | 2026/08/10 19:22

Results of the Junius Tournament Announced: The Next Round Ahead

Precise mathematical calculations, financial skills, and boundless enthusiasm: another round of the Junius Financial Tournament has come to an end.During the official award ceremony, participants who collected the highest number of crystals and were recognized as the best in their respective age groups, received valuable prizes.Tatevik Vardevanyan, Head of Communications and Social Responsibili...

Partner materials | 2026/08/07 16:09

"Urgently Confirm Your Card Details": IDBank Warns of Hotel Booking Scams

The vacation season traditionally becomes a peak time not only for tourists, but also for scammers. One of the most dangerous schemes in recent years targets users of hotel booking services. What makes it particularly dangerous is that the scammers’ message may arrive through an official communication channel and contain real details about your trip. Mechanics of the Scam: From Hacking...

News | 2026/08/07 15:27

July 2026 Securities Market Data at the Armenia Stock Exchange

Armenia Stock Exchange (AMX) has summarized the trading activity for July 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 87․1 billion AMD. Meanwhile, 70 transactions were conducted on the secondary market, with a to...

News | 2026/08/06 17:49

Moody’s changes the outlook on IDBank’s ratings to positive

Moody’s Ratings has changed the outlook on IDBank’s long-term deposit ratings to positive from stable.It should be recalled that Moody’s recently affirmed IDBank’s long-term deposit ratings at Ba3, as well as the Bank’s ba3 Baseline Credit Assessment (BCA) and Adjusted BCA, highlighting its solid capital and liquidity buffers, high profitability and continued improvement in asset quality.The posit...

Partner materials | 2026/08/05 16:46

IDBank Introduces the New Mastercard World Card with Exclusive Travel Benefits and a Special Launch Campaign

IDBank has expanded its card portfolio with the new Mastercard World card, created for those who value convenience not only in their everyday purchases but also while traveling.The new card offers a range of exclusive travel benefits, including:6 complimentary airport lounge visits,6 complimentary Fast Track passes,24/7 concierge service,1 GB of international roaming,50% discount on travel insuran...

Partner materials | 2026/08/05 16:21

Converse Bank and Visa expand their strategic partnership to introduce new customer solutions

Converse Bank is expanding its cooperation with Visa, a world leader in digital payments, by announcing the launch of a new phase of partnership focused on enhancing the customer experience and advancing customer loyalty solutions.This phase of the partnership is particularly significant at the current stage of the Bank's strategic development, as the Bank continues to enhance its C360 ecosys...

Digital innovation | 2026/08/02 16:59

Digital Revolution in Europe: How AI Usage Rules Are Changing

In the European Union new rules ensuring the transparency of artificial intelligence (AI) usage have officially come into force . According to Euronews, this is one of the important parts of the phased implementation of the AI Act of the European Union.From now on, companies developing and using AI systems are required to clearly label content created or significantly altered by artificial intelli...

Professional analysis | 2026/08/01 14:00

Should journalists give up on traditional job paths? Maybe.

There was a time when you needed at least a few internships on your resume before you could get hired at a competitive newsroom. You changed markets when you wanted better pay and to reach a larger audience.For many journalists, this is still a path to a rewarding career in the news business. But for many others, getting started or finding a new job has become seemingly impossible after hundreds o...

Partner materials | 2026/07/31 16:18

“Free In-Game Bonuses”: IDBank Warns About Cyberattacks Targeting Schoolchildren

During the summer, fraudsters shift their focus. While adults are busy with work, children spend more time online and playing video games. This is why the number of cyberattacks targeting children and teenagers increases during the school holidays. However, the criminals’ goal remains the same: gaining access to accounts, devices, and, in the most serious cases, parents’ money.The Scam: From “Free...

Partner materials | 2026/07/31 16:14

Moody's affirms Converse Bank's ratings and changes outlook to positive from stable

July 30, Yerevan - Moody's Ratings has affirmed Converse Bank's long-term deposit ratings at Ba3 and changed the outlook to positive from stable. At the same time, the agency affirmed all of the Bank's ratings, including its ba3 Baseline Credit Assessment (BCA) and Adjusted BCA.The change in the outlook follows the revision of the outlook on the Government of Armenia to positive fro...

Partner materials | 2026/07/30 18:07

Evocabank and Green Rock Launch Project of Bank's New Head Office

Evocabank and Green Rock Management Group have signed a Memorandum of Understanding, officially launching the project of the Bank's new head office.

Partner materials | 2026/07/30 11:39

Strategic Investment in Yerevan's Premium Real Estate Market: An Exclusive Offer on Charents Street

Acquiring premium real estate in the center of Yerevan has long ceased to be merely a way to improve living conditions—today, it is viewed as a strategic tool for capital preservation and long-term value creation. In this context, the sale of a 168.3 sq. m apartment located on Charents Street, right next to Yerevan State University, is particularly noteworthy.Priced at $550,000 and situated on the...

Partner materials | 2026/07/29 14:53

Amundi-Acba: Pension funds again posted positive returns

Amundi-Acba pension funds recovered in the second quarter of 2026 from the lowest levels recorded as a result of the conflict in the Middle East and posted positive returns.For the second quarter of 2026, the returns* of the funds were as follows:Balanced (AMBAL) Fund: 5.2%Conservative (AMCON) Fund: 4.3%Fixed Income (AMFIX) Fund: 1.5% As of the end of June 2026, the assets of the three funds amoun...