Core Inflation Requiem: Paving the Way for a Dual-Component CPI in FPAS Central Banks
The National Bank of Georgia’s (NBG) Working Papers are published to elicit comments and encourage debate on ongoing research. Working Paper Series aims to present original research contributions relevant to central banks. The views expressed here are those of the
What Factors Affect Bicycle Commuting? An Empirical Analysis in Tbilisi and Warsaw
This article has been published in journal ‘Folia Oeconomica Stetinensia’. Volume 24 (2024) Issue 1 DOI: 10.2478/foli-2024-0006 | 87–104 ISSN (print): 1730-4237 | ISSN (online): 1898-0198 The purpose of the article is to identify the factors that influence commuting by
National Bank of Georgia -Financial Sector Review
To improve analytical communication, the National Bank of Georgia (www.nbg.gov.ge) publishes regular reports regarding trends of macroeconomic and financial indicators. The goal of these reports is to provide the general public with country’s short and long term macroeconomic analysis. This
The first ever COST Action Conference hosted by Georgia
Tbilisi welcomed more than 100 researchers and practitioners of 24 countries across the world to participate in the large-scale academic conference ‘European Network on International Student Mobility: Connecting Research and Practice”, arranged on May 13-15, 2024. The conference was organized
Digital Ecosystem Digest – Winter 2024
In the realm of technological innovation, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a frontier for competitive advantage and business development. Globally, AI startups are transforming industries by harnessing the power of machine learning, natural language processing, and cognitive computing. They
University Capacity Building Program for Georgia’s Higher Education Institutions
The University Capacity Building Program (UCBP) Phase II, funded by the U.S. Embassy in Tbilisi and administered by American Councils for International Education, is a continued initiative to grow and sustain modern research administration and development offices at Georgian HEIs
IT SECTOR IN GEORGIA: TRENDS AND EMPLOYMENT PROFILE
In recent years, the IT sector in Georgia has grown significantly, establishing itself as one of the fastest-developing industries. It not only occupies a larger share of the economy but is also diversifying and expanding in various directions. This report
Green Nudges Implementation in South Caucasus Universities: A Survey Report
This report has been developed as part of the project “Global Opportunities for the Sustainable Development Goals (GO4SDGs) in Central Asia and the Caucasus.” The project is managed by the Kazakh-German University (DKU) with support from the United Nations Environment
AI SECTOR IN GEORGIA: TRENDS, GAPS AND FUTURE DIRECTIONS
Artificial intelligence is growing rapidly in Georgia, with visible progress in user adoption, business integration and startup activity. This report provides a broad overview of the evolving AI sector in the country and highlights key trends, strengths, and challenges across
The world’s largest tech empowerment platform, IamtheCODE, launches its chapter in Georgia
One of the world’s largest tech empowerment platforms, IamtheCODE, offering over 60,000 online courses, has officially launched its chapter in Georgia. With an ambitious goal of equipping 1 million young girls with coding skills, IamtheCODE is bringing digital education opportunities
AI4Globe – Initiative from Georgia to Promote AI Literacy Across the Globe
The World Economic Forum’s Young Global Leaders Annual Summit took place in October, 2024 in Singapore. This community serves as a dynamic platform of leaders with the vision, courage, and influence to drive positive change in the world. The forum
Endogenous Credibility and Economic Modeling: Adapting the Forecasting and Policy Analysis System to Modern Challenges
This working paper by Douglas Laxton, Haykaz Igityan, Shalva Mkhatrishvili, is the part of the National Bank of Georgia’s Working Paper Series that aim to present original research contributions relevant to central banks. This paper introduces the Forecasting and Policy