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Myanmar

One of the poorest, less developed and un-freedom Southeast Asian economies, but this is changing. Myanmar is transforming digital, culturally and politically in the recent years. An example, in 2010 have a SIM card cost $ 2,000; today you can have one for $1.5.

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Myanmar

Area: 676.563 km2

GDP per capita (PPA): $876 (2012 est.)

Inflation: 5.9% (2014 est.)

Unemployment: 4% (2014 est.)

HDI: 0,498 - 117º position (2012 est.)

Doing Business Ranking 2015: 177 / 189

Facebook accounts: 7,300,000 (We Are Social 2015)

Social Media Penetration: 14%

How technology is empowering women in Myanmar

Talking with some of the women who are part of the Geek Girl community in Myanmar has been interesting and rewarding in equal parts.Through them we had a better understanding about how technology is empowering women in Myanmar. And of course... it is always a pleasure...

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Top Tech and Startup Summits in Asia

Attending events always help the networking and are the perfect excuse to connect with people in your industry. Regarding the entrepreneurial ecosystem, the different types of events held are important because: Events are a good showcase for new startups, so they can...

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