August 23, Yerevan, Armenia – The Union of Advanced Technology Enterprises of Armenia (UATE) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with The Armenian Society of Fellows (ASOF) to advance the 2024 World Congress on Innovation Technology (WCIT2024/DigiTec).
The MoU between UATE and ASOF marks a significant step toward fostering mutual collaboration in the fields of science and technology in Armenia. The agreement outlines a shared commitment to enhancing education and training, with both parties working together to promote these areas. Sargis Karapetyan, CEO of UATE, and Lucineh Kassarjian, Executive Director of ASOF Armenia, signed the memorandum aimed at strengthening Armenia’s position as a leading hub for innovation and technological advancement.
“I am very happy for this opportunity to present Armenian and diasporan academic capacity to foster Armenian tech industry development. Together, we will harness our collective expertise and resources to make WCIT2024/DigiTec a global showcase of innovation, with a special emphasis on education, training, and the promotion of science and technology. This collaboration is key to positioning Armenia as a leader in the global tech industry, and we are confident that our joint efforts will yield remarkable results,”-said Lucineh Kassarjian, Executive Director of ASOF Armenia.
The collaboration includes but is not limited to, the following key areas: promoting science and technology, supporting the delivery of education and training programs based on identified needs, and providing mutual expert support.
“I am thrilled to officially kick off this partnership, which marks a significant milestone in our journey toward WCIT2024/DigiTec. At UATE, we have always prioritized collaboration with Armenia’s leading institutions to ensure that our efforts are united and aligned toward achieving excellence. Our partnership with the Armenian Society of Fellows (ASOF) is not just a strategic alliance but an essential component of our mission to elevate WCIT2024/DigiTec to the highest possible standard,”-said Sargis Karapetyan, CEO of the Union of Advanced Technology Enterprises (UATE), DigiTec.
WCIT2024/DigiTec will be held from October 4–7, 2024, in Yerevan, at the Karen Demirtchian Complex. The Congress will emphasize the importance of applied sciences, investment, and technological presence in various regions and economies, centered around the headline “THE POWER OF MIND: AI Beyond Limits, Within Ethics.”
Over four days, the event will feature a comprehensive high-level program that includes B2B meetings, the WITSA World Cup (WWC) for scaleups from up to 20 countries, innovation exhibits, business presentations, workshops, and more. Designed to attract thousands of local and international delegates, the Congress offers a diverse agenda catering to various stakeholders. Participants will have the opportunity to explore advanced solutions, best practices, and the latest global ICT developments through interactive seminars and specialized panel discussions.
WCIT2024//DigiTec will survey as a global platform, that aims to:
- Showcase the technological potential of Armenia, and beyond, within the framework of the DigiTec Expo, which will serve as the main expo platform for WCIT2024/DigiTec,
- Strengthen the impact of information technology, raising awareness about innovations and the latest developments in AI,
- Represent Armenia on international platforms and position it as a new technological hub for the region,
- Promote investments and highlight the importance of ICT solutions in various regions and economies.
The conference agenda includes participants from a wide geographic area, with more than 2,000 international delegates expected to visit Armenia during the event.
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About ASOF: The Armenian Society of Fellows’ mission is to help raise Armenia’s educational and research institutions to world-class levels, to network them globally, and to contribute to the development of a modern, sophisticated and internationally networked civil society in Armenia. ASOF’s vision is to help the Armenian Nation achieve her full potential as a key contributor to world culture and to the world’s collective effort to deal with the significant social changes it faces, as well as to help safeguard Armenian culture in Armenia and abroad, expanding its visibility and contributions.
Official website: www.asof.am
About WCIT: The World Congress on Innovation and Technology (WCIT) is a global catalytic platform of the World Information Technology and Services Alliance (WITSA) – a consortium of over 80 information technology (IT) industry associations from economies around the world. For 40 years, technology leaders—CEOs and investors, policymakers and government officials, academics and technologists—have joined in this annual event to discuss the state of the industry, where it is headed, and what it means for our future. Past speakers include Bill Clinton, Vint Cerf, Bill Gates, Ginni Rometty, Larry Ellison, Anne Mulcahey, Faqir Chand Kohli, and Michael Dell. .
Official website: https://wcit2024-digitec.com/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/wcit2024.digitec
About UATE: The Union of Advanced Technology Enterprises (UATE) represents over 160+ high-tech companies in Armenia, including both local and international firms. UATE is dedicated to driving industry growth through key initiatives: establishing comprehensive technology education across Armenia (Armath Engineering Makerspaces), facilitating global market access, and exchanging expertise through organized delegations. Additionally, UATE significantly influences the legal field through policy-making and government cooperation, fostering a competitive yet collaborative business environment.
UATE is renowned for organizing major events that highlight Armenian technological advancements. Notably, it hosted WCIT in 2019 and is set to host it again in 2024, while also annually organizing the DigiTec Expo for nearly 20 consecutive years showcasing innovations to both local and global audiences. Through these efforts, UATE continues to elevate Armenia’s presence in the global tech landscape. .
Official website: https://www.uate.org
About DIGITEC: The DigiTec exhibition is an annual event organized by the Union of Advanced Technology Enterprises (UATE) since 2005, showcasing Armenia’s tech potential, innovation, and prospects. With up to 80,000 attendees each year, the exhibition serves as a platform to explore global technological trends. DigiTec continues to evolve. In 2023, UATE organized two simultaneous exhibitions, each featuring 120 companies and hosting over 100 speakers. By the end of 2023, participating companies facilitated over 100 million AMD in transactions during DigiTec2023.
DigiTec 2024 is scheduled to take place this year from October 4th to 6th at the “Meridian” Expo Center (Voskerichinen 1, Yerevan).
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/digitec.armenia/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/digitec.armenia/
Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@TheUATE/videos
Official Web site: http://www.digitec.am
