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  • Ucom Launches New Phase of Network Modernization in Armenia’s Regions
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 11:56 Jul 30, 2024
    Ucom has initiated a new long-term project as part of its regional network modernization strategy. The first phase of this project is being implemented in the Lori region. The project aims to modernize the mobile network, introducing up-to-date 4G (LTE) and 4G+ networks in the regions. This upgrade will ensure fast and high-quality network for subscribers with more stable coverage and facilitate a smooth and quick transition to the next-generation 5G network in the future. It should be noted that during the modernization process, subscribers may experience occasional connection interruptions due to the transition from the old network to the new one. “It is part of our strategy to provide quality and stable connections for subscribers in the regions, and we are consistently implementing these plans. Currently, our technical team is in the Lori region, and I am confident that subscribers will soon feel the impact of this work in their daily lives. Our goal is for our subscribers to receive the best possible ser...
  • Wi-Fi Calling. calls and SMS abroad at the same rates as in Armenia
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 10:31 Jul 29, 2024
    Is it possible to make and receive calls, send and receive SMS messages at the same rates as when staying in Armenia, while being outside the country? Yes, it is.  All you need for this is a phone connected to any Wi-Fi network. Wi-Fi Calling service is only available to Viva subscribers. In other words, Viva subscribers have an exclusive opportunity to make, receive calls, send and receive SMS through the Wi-Fi network. In addition, for all calls and SMS, the tariffs and service inclusions set by the current tariff plan are applied. Activation of the service is free. By the way, with the help of Wi-Fi Calling, our compatriots in the Diaspora can also stay in touch with Armenia: make and receive calls, receive and send SMS at the same rates that apply when they are in Armenia, using their Armenian number on a permanent basis. Now let's see how important is the function of making/receiving calls over Wi-Fi network? For the receiver of calls through Wi-Fi Calling, location is not important - whether one is abro...
  • Ucom and Sunchild Launch New Phase of Joint Environmental Project
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 07:11 Jul 26, 2024
    Ucom and SunChild NGO have launched a new phase of their joint environmental project, installing solar plants in the regions of Armenia. With Ucom’s support, a solar photovoltaic plant with a capacity of 10.44 kW was installed at Noyemberyan State College. Noyemberyan State College is the only institution in the Tavush region where young people can receive secondary vocational or preliminary vocational (craftsmanship) education. As part of their practical training, students specializing in “Renewable Energy Power Plant Installation, Repair, and Maintenance” were involved in the installation work. Under the guidance and supervision of Sunchild NGO engineers, the students installed the panels and connected them to the transformer. “We have been implementing the project of installing solar plants in various regional communities with Sunchild for more than a year and have seen firsthand how beneficial it is, not only from an environmental perspective but also economically. I am confident that this solar plant wil...
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  • Unibank and Visa are gifting a trip to Tunisia for two
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 14:45 Jul 25, 2024
    Unibank and Visa are implementing a new joint campaign, within the framework of which valuable gifts will be raffled off among the bank's cardholders. The main prize of the campaign is a 7-day trip to Tunisia for two. Clients who make transfers of USD 100 or EUR and more to Visa cards issued by foreign banks through Visa Direct with a Unibank card every month can participate in the campaign. Three participants will be randomly selected monthly among the cardholders who have made Visa Direct transfers of the specified amount and will be given gifts.   One entrant will be randomly selected from cardholders who make Visa Direct transfers of USD 1,000 or EUR or more during the campaign to win the grand prize- a trip to Tunisia. The offer is valid until September 30, 2024.   Visa Direct transfers are available on UNIMobile, Unibank's mobile application. With Visa Direct, transfers can be made within minutes to Visa cards issued by foreign banks in more than 60 countries. To make the transfer, you only need to spec...
  • Ameriabank Receives 3 Awards for Excellence by Euromoney: the Best Bank, the Best Digital Bank, and the Best Bank for SMEs in Armenia for 2024
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 13:56 Jul 25, 2024
    Euromoney, a leading international financial publication, has named Ameriabank the Best Bank of Armenia in its Awards for Excellence 2024 ceremony in London. This marks the 10th time that Ameriabank has received this prestigious honor since 2011. In addition to the main Award, Ameriabank also received Awards for Excellence as the Best Digital Bank and the Best Bank for SMEs for 2024. These annual awards recognize the performance of banks, digital banking solutions, strategic initiatives, and other achievements across the financial industry from over 100 countries. The publication highlights Ameriabank’s continued strength and solid growth across its core banking businesses throughout 2023, that have secured a record AMD 46 billion ($119 million) in net profit and retained its position of the leading lender in Armenia for the 10th year in a row with around 20% of market share in loans.   In recognition of the Best Digital Bank in Armenia, the jury highlighted Ameriabank's enhancement of digital channels and so...
  • The Renovated Ucom Sales and Service Center Opened at Komitas 60
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 09:08 Jul 25, 2024
    The recently renovated Ucom sales and service center at Komitas, 60 is now open to the public. Operating from Monday to Friday without breaks from 9:00 to 19:00, and on Sundays from 10:00 to 19:00, this center offers enhanced facilities for customers with larger space. At the renovated center, customers can access Ucom's fixed-line, mobile, and Internet services, receive expert guidance from consultants, and shop for various devices such as smartphones, headphones, smartwatches, tablets, and more. From July 25 to July 31, customers purchasing any smartphone at the Ucom sales and service center at Komitas, 60 will receive a complimentary power bank. “Our priority is, of course, the quality of our products and service. However, it is also important to us that subscribers receive this service in beautiful and well-maintained centers. The comfort and good working conditions of our employees are equally important. Therefore, I am happy to invite everyone to visit our newly reopened sales and service center,” menti...
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  • Climate protest at Frankfurt Airport forces a temporary halt to flights
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 08:57 Jul 25, 2024
    Flights at Frankfurt Airport, Germany’s busiest, were suspended temporarily Thursday as climate activists glued themselves to the ground inside the airport premises, authorities said. More than 100 flights were canceled. Federal police said several demonstrators got into the airport in the early morning, German news agency dpa reported. The Last Generation group said six protesters cut holes in the perimeter fence and headed toward the runways on foot, bicycles and skateboards. The airport said shortly before 8 a.m. that flight operations were “gradually resuming.” Shortly afterward, it said on social network X that all runways were back in operation. It said that about 140 flights had been canceled so far — roughly one-tenth of the flights that were scheduled for Thursday. It was the second time in as many days that a protest by Last Generation, which is demanding that the German government negotiate and sign an international agreement on a global exit from the use of oil, gas and coal by 2030, caused disrup...
  • Byblos Digital Cards: Tailored for a generation opting for everything digital
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 11:35 Jul 23, 2024
    Byblos Bank Armenia has launched the Byblos Digital Card to cater to customers who prefer everything digital. A digital card can be obtained through the Byblos Mobile app or the Online Banking system anytime, 24/7, without needing to visit the Bank. Within seconds of ordering, you can start using it for cashless purchases. If obtained before September 30, Customers will receive the digital card free of charge for three years and will accumulate interest on positive balances for one year. “Byblos Bank Armenia has launched the Mastercard Digital card to highlight its focus on offering remote digital services to customers and ensuring real-time service delivery. This card is in fact a full-fledged bank card. With the digital card, the Bank's customers can perform non-cash transactions both domestically and internationally. The introduction of this product marks another step by the Bank as part of its digital reform strategy. By the way, we're planning exciting new advancements concerning the digital card,” says ...
  • Ucom and Impact Hub Yerevan jointly announces the launch of the Ucom Fellowship Incubation Program
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 07:17 Jul 23, 2024
    Impact Hub Yerevan, in partnership with Ucom, is thrilled to announce the launch of the Ucom Fellowship Incubation Program. This brand new initiative is designed to support early-stage projects that merge technology with environmental solutions, aiming to foster innovation and sustainability in Armenia. The official launch event took place on July 22 at Impact Hub Yerevan, marking the opening of the application period, which will run until August 12. The six-month Ucom Fellowship Incubation Program is crafted to nurture and empower early-stage projects that integrate technology with environmental sustainability. The program provides a unique platform for budding entrepreneurs and innovators to transform their ideas into impactful solutions. Five participants will be selected to develop their ideas, benefiting from idea validation and refinement, workshops, mentorship, expert consultation services, Impact Hub Yerevan membership, networking opportunities as well as increased visibility. Gevorg Poghosyan, CEO of...
  • EBRD and Ameriabank to support Armenian businesses through stable trade finance funding
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 14:25 Jul 22, 2024
    The European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD) and Ameriabank have signed an agreement enabling Ameriabank to attract trade finance funding from the EBRD in Armenian Drams. This is the first and so far the only agreement of this kind signed by EBRD to date in Armenia. This collaboration aims to enhance Ameriabank's capacity to support local businesses engaged in international trade by ensuring access to stable and localized funding solutions. Under this arrangement, the EBRD will facilitate trade finance transactions denominated in Armenian Drams, thereby mitigating foreign exchange risks and enhancing financial predictability for businesses involved in import and export activities financed by Ameriabank. By leveraging their combined expertise and resources, the EBRD and Ameriabank aim to foster economic growth and resilience within the region. “For over a decade, Ameriabank has pioneered new trade finance opportunities and solutions in the Armenian market, and the invaluable support of EBRD, the...
  • Kamala Harris: I will do everything in my power to defeat Donald Trump
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 10:02 Jul 22, 2024
    With President Joe Biden opting out of the US presidential race and endorsing his Vice President as the Democrat's nominee, Kamala Harris, praised his extraordinary leadership and affirmed her bid for the elections. "On behalf of the American people, I thank Joe Biden for his extraordinary leadership as President of the United States and for his decades of service to our country. I am honored to have the President’s endorsement and my intention is to earn and win this nomination. I will do everything in my power to unite the Democratic Party—and unite our nation—to defeat Donald Trump and his extreme Project 2025 agenda. If you’re with me, add a donation right now," she wrote in X.
  • Business Leadership in the Era of Internet of Things (IoT) and Digital Transformation
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 10:24 Jul 19, 2024
    Effective leadership is vital for a company to succeed in the field of information technology. Managers of ICT and IT organizations have to be prepared to adapt quickly to innovations, changes, and issues that happen throughout business operations. Armen Avetisian, Viva’s General Director, who has years of experience in information and telecommunications technologies (ICT), spoke at the Summer Engineering School, which was co-organized by the Armenian-Russian University and the St. Petersburg Polytechnic Institute. Armen Avetisian presented a lecture at the engineering school titled "Modern Wireless Systems, IoT and Networks," in which he shared his knowledge of the IoT (Internet of Things) industry, presented practical examples of implementation, and shared a model of business leadership in the era of digital transformation. Digitalization requires changes to corporate models and operations, and leads to broader socioeconomic, social, and other developments. A business leader must be able to identify existin...
  • Secret Service ramped up security after intel of Iran plot to assassinate Trump; no known connection to shooting. CNN
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 06:21 Jul 17, 2024
    US authorities obtained intelligence from a human source in recent weeks on a plot by Iran to try to assassinate Donald Trump, a development that led to the Secret Service increasing security around the former president, multiple people briefed on the matter told CNN. There’s no indication that Thomas Matthew Crooks, the would-be assassin who attempted to kill the former president on Saturday, was connected to the plot, the sources said. The existence of the intelligence threat from a hostile foreign intelligence agency — and the enhanced security for Trump — raises new questions about the security lapses at the Saturday rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, and how a 20-year-old man managed to access a nearby rooftop to fire shots that injured the former president. A US national security official said the Secret Service and Trump campaign were made aware of the threat before Saturday’s rally. “Secret Service learned of the increased threat from this threat stream,” the official told CNN. “NSC directly contacted USS...
  • Ucom’s fixed network has reached Byureghavan
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 09:48 Jul 16, 2024
    Ucom’s high-speed fixed network has launched in the city of Byureghavan.  City residents will be able to use the Ucom Unity regional packages, which include fixed-line internet, mobile communication and television at a more affordable price. Additionally, Ucom has prepared a number of benefits for Byureghavan residents. In particular, when subscribing to the regional Unity 9000 package, the residents will pay 8000 AMD monthly. Also, within a special offer, when subscribing to Unity 7000 package until 30/09/2024 or the regional discounted Unity 8000 for 12 months, customers will be able to use communication services free of charge for 3 months. “It is our biggest mission to make high-quality internet available all over Armenia. This year, this is the fourth time that Ucom is expanding its network in the regions, providing packages that combine affordable and high-speed internet, mobile connection and television. I am confident that Byureghavan residents will appreciate Ucom’s high-speed network and the conveni...
  • A new wave of political repression is looming. Mikayel Minasyan
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 18:37 Jul 14, 2024
    According to government sources cited by Tert.am, the government has ordered a new wave of repression against opposition figures. During a recent government meeting, Nikol Pashinyan instructed the prosecutor's office to intensify political prosecutions against Mikayel Minasyan, Armenia's former ambassador to the Holy See and Serzh Sargsyan's son-in-law. There are rumors circulating that Minasyan’s team is actively preparing for the upcoming elections, which could pose a significant challenge for Pashinyan's government.
  • “VOYAGE 30” Internet roaming: 1000 MB for just AMD 1500
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 20:10 Jul 11, 2024
    Summer is the hottest time for travel and, of course, having an accessible Internet connection abroad to stay in touch is a fundamental need. Today, it is impossible to imagine everyday life without the Internet, especially abroad. For only 1500 AMD, one can activate the roaming service providing 1000 MB of Internet for a period of 30 days, starting from 10 July 2024 to 10 September 2024, inclusively. “Outgoing tourism is reaching large volumes this year, as well. While abroad one definitely, needs quality Internet at an affordable price, which is an essential service. And most importantly, with such an offer, you don’t need to think about purchasing other SIM cards. Viva has analyzed the main tourist destinations based on the visit history of our customers and has identified the countries most visited by tourists from Armenia. “VOYAGE 30” lets the subscriber stay in touch with close ones, use social networks to share impressions, as well as use other services that require the Internet,” Armen Avetisian, the ...
  • Wine-filled days of DILIJAN WINE FEST 2024 will take place on August 3 and 4
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 14:36 Jul 10, 2024
    For three years in a row, Dilijan Wine Fest has brought wine lovers and winemakers together at the Khanjian Villa area in Dilijan. This year, too, DILIJAN WINE FEST 2024 promises to be unforgettable by offering its visitors a fair featuring 35+ winemakers, wine tasting, lectures and masterclasses, outdoor movie screenings, painting with wine sessions, a concert program and DJ sets, and much more. DILIJAN WINE FEST 2024 is organized by the fintech platform EasyPay and the creative agency TimeTo. The most affordable tickets are available in the easywallet app, and tickets can also be purchased via the green EasyPay payment kiosks. Now comes the most exciting part: within the scope of the festival, EasyPay is giving away 3 trips to Montenegro for two people each. To take part in the draw, one needs to purchase a DILIJAN WINE FEST ticket via easywallet by July 31 inclusive. Entry to the draw is only possible with tickets bought via easywallet. Each purchased ticket counts as one entry. The draw will take place du...
  • Ucom is the main sponsor of the Armenian team at the Summer Olympic Games
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 12:51 Jul 10, 2024
    Ucom and the Armenian National Olympics Committee signed a cooperation agreement, making Ucom the main sponsor of the Armenian national team at the Summer Olympics. This marks the third time Ucom has sponsored Armenia's participation in the Olympics. The 33rd Summer Olympics will take place in Paris from July 26 to August 11. Fifteen athletes from our team will represent Armenia in Olympic shooting, weightlifting, athletics, wrestling, boxing, and gymnastics. “The Olympics are the world’s main sporting event, followed by millions of people worldwide, including Armenians. We are happy that thanks to Ucom, the Armenian viewer will be able to watch our athletes' performances and witness their brilliant victories. This is a great honor and joy for all of us”, mentioned General Director of Ucom Ralph Yirikian. "These Summer Olympic Games are not just another Olympic Games for us; they are a significant occasion. Given our current situation, our people need victory. Our athletes have taken it upon themselves to bri...
  • White House releases letter from Biden's doctor after questions about Parkinson's specialist's White House visits
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 08:51 Jul 09, 2024
    The White House released a letter from President Biden's doctor Monday night after press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre faced repeated questions at a briefing earlier in the day about Mr. Biden's health and whether visits to the White House by a Parkinson's disease specialist involved the president.  White House visitor logs, details of which were first reported by the New York Post and New York Times, show that Dr. Kevin Cannard, an expert on Parkinson's disease, visited the White House eight times from last summer to this spring. The logs show Cannard met at least once with Mr. Biden's personal physician.  Jean-Pierre told reporters Monday afternoon that the president is not being treated for Parkinson's.  "Has the president been treated for Parkinson's? No. Is he being treated for Parkinson's? No, he's not. Is he taking medication for Parkinson's? No," she said.  But at the time, the press secretary refused to confirm the doctor's visits, citing "security reasons."  It led to a tense back-and-forth between J...
  • Ucom Offers New Affordable Bundle for Subscribers Traveling This Summer 
    Armenian News - Tert.am - 12:31 Jul 08, 2024
    Ucom presents its subscribers with a new summer offer: a special uTravel roaming bundle at an affordable price. The new "uTravel 1 GB" roaming bundle has been developed for the most popular destinations among our subscribers, which are Georgia, UAE, Egypt, Greece, Cyprus, and Montenegro. By activating the new bundle, provided for a period of 7 days in the mentioned countries, subscribers will pay only 1990 AMD for 1GB of internet. The bundle is available from July 4th to September 4th. It should be noted that the bundle works in the networks of all operators available in Georgia, and in other countries, when connecting to the network of the relevant operator. "If our subscribers need anything, we will do our best to provide it. Of course, our subscribers need to stay in touch with their families and loved ones during their vacations, share their impressions and adventures with them, for which they need to use the Internet. Our employees have developed a solution that will provide this service with high qualit...

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