Beeline and Nikita Mobile CJSC launch Mobile ID service in Armenia

YEREVAN, June 28. /ARKA/. Beeline and Nikita Mobile CJSC have launched Mobile ID service in Armenia, the press office of Beeline Armenia reported on Wednesday. The service is an effective means for identifying a person by using a phone and verifying papers with digital signatures. According to the press release of Beeline Armenia, it has become possible to offer this service thanks to the telecommunication company and Nikita Mobile CJSC’s cooperation with EKENG CJSC, the only certification center in Armenia. The new service allows making identification in social networks and signing documents by using Mobile ID without a card-reading devise. The service also makes it possible to conclude all deal online, just by using a mobile phone. “The launch of Mobile ID is a significant event not only to Beeline, but also to the entire Armenia,” CEO of Beeline in Armenia Andrey Pyatakhin is quoted in the press release. “This is another step toward more transparent, convenient and fast relations among citizens, the government and business people. I am proud that exactly Beeline is the first that continues introducing innovations, which make the world surrounding us more friendly and convenient.” Ara Yaghjyan, founder of Nikita Mobile CJSC, on his side, said that his innovative company has been operating in Armenia for more than one decade introducing world novelties in Armenia, and the launch of Mobile ID is an important example of that. “The introduction of Mobile ID is in tune with the Armenian government’s programs and it is an important, if not the most crucial instrument, in the process of digital transformation of Armenia,” he said. “It makes the mobile phone a magic stick for carrying out transactions in online mode from any spot in the world. The launch of the service will contribute to improvement of Armenia’s positions in regional and world ratings, such as the World Bank’s Doing Business and the UN E-Government Development Index.” The service allows carrying out online deals with ensuring security to personal data and the deals. It lessens the necessity of visiting government offices personally. To have this service it is necessary to visit any Beeline office with ID card and receive a special USIM card, which contains the downloaded Mobile ID service. It is necessary to activate the service following the instructions on the website www.mobileid.am. The price of USIM card is 2000 drams, and Mobile ID service costs 600 drams. VEON Armenia CJSC (Beeline brand) is part of Veon Group, one of the world largest integrated telecommunication operators. The Group holds 100% of VEON Armenia CJSC’s shares. VEON Armenia provides fixed and mobile telecommunication services. ($1- 477.33). -0---