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Bitcoin as world’s reserve currency: opportunity or illusion?

Bitcoin as world’s reserve currency: opportunity or illusion?

The total capitalization of the global crypto market reached $2.55 trillion, underscoring the growing significance of digital assets in the broader financial ecosystem.

Nation
President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrived in Türkiye for working visit

President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev arrived in Türkiye for working visit

President Ilham Aliyev and First Lady Mehriban Aliyeva were welcomed at Antalya International Airport by Governor of Antalya Hulusi Şahin and other officials.

Oil & Gas
Azerbaijan plans gradual reduction of oil fund transfers to state budget

Azerbaijan plans gradual reduction of oil fund transfers to state budget

Azerbaijan plans to gradually reduce annual transfers from the State Oil Fund of the Republic of Azerbaijan to the state budget, according to the Medium-Term Budget Framework for 2027–2030 released by the Ministry of Finance of Azerbaijan, AzerNEWS reports. The document notes that in 2025, the fund’s total assets increased by...

Business
Foreign investment inflows into Azerbaijan exceeded half a billion dollars in early 2026

Foreign investment inflows into Azerbaijan exceeded half a billion dollars in early 2026

In January–February 2026, foreign investments in Azerbaijan exceeded 1 billion manats, reaching 1,099.3 million manats (approximately $646 million), according to the State Statistics Committee, AzerNEWS reports. The funds were directed into fixed capital through investments from foreign states and international organizations, marking...

Armenian-Azerbaijani Relations
Pashinyan hails ‘new economic era’ as TRIPP project promises to end Armenia’s isolation

Pashinyan hails ‘new economic era’ as TRIPP project promises to end Armenia’s isolation

Armenian Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan has said that Armenia is entering a new phase of economic development, pointing to the recently established peace framework with Azerbaijan and the upcoming launch of the TRIPP connectivity project, AzerNEWS reports.

World
Türkiye's FM Fidan calls Israeli leadership “crazy” in sharp remark to journalists [VIDEO]

Türkiye's FM Fidan calls Israeli leadership “crazy” in sharp remark to journalists [VIDEO]

Hakan Fidan made a brief but striking comment on Wednesday, describing Israel’s leadership as “crazy” during an exchange with journalists, AzerNEWS reports.

Travel
Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport

Azerbaijani pilgrims currently at Medina international airport
Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month

Second group of Azerbaijani pilgrims to depart for Hajj this month
Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]

Astana celebrates Novruz with festive events and cultural celebrations [PHOTOS]
Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture

Albania’s impeccable hospitality and exuberant architecture
Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park

Experience charm of autumn season at Shahdag National Park
Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Georgian foreign travelers arrive in Shusha

Lifestyle
Meteor shower to be visible in Azerbaijan

Meteor shower to be visible in Azerbaijan

A "π-Puppid" meteor shower will be visible in April, with its peak activity expected between April 22 and 24, AzerNEWS reports.

Culture
International Mugham Center hosts evening of satire, music and humor [PHOTOS]

International Mugham Center hosts evening of satire, music and humor [PHOTOS]

A fascinating concert program titled: Bir az da özümüzdən danışaq" (Let's Talk a Little About Ourselves) has been held at the International Mugham Center (IMC), AzerNEWS reports.

Analysis

Events
UK's Starmer rejects Trump's Hormuz blockade plan, widening rift with Washington over Iran

UK's Starmer rejects Trump's Hormuz blockade plan, widening rift with Washington over Iran

The latest escalation in rhetoric surrounding the Strait of Hormuz has once again exposed the fragility of US-led security architecture in the Gulf.

Sports
Spring Cup winners presented with awards [PHOTOS]

Spring Cup winners presented with awards [PHOTOS]

"Spring Cup" show jumping competitions have been held at the Border Guard Equestrian Center, AzerNEWS reports.

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