DeepSeek: Chinese AI has turned the crypto market upside down, but is it really such a villain?
The launch of generative artificial intelligence DeepSeek became the main event of the week. It would seem that news about affordable and useful technologies is positive. However, the DeepSeek R1 model not only undermined the positions of the leading American AI companies, among which OpenAI is the leader with its ChatGPT, but also caused the…
AI agents — work, think, play, and love instead of you. We analyze the main trend of 2025 in detail
Artificial intelligence (AI) has long ceased to be a topic of science fiction. Our lives were divided into before and after when OpenAI introduced ChatGPT (Generative Pre-trained Transformer) at the end of November 2022. Generative AI, such as ChatGPT, is capable of creating any text, photo, video, audio, and other types of data based on […]
Transformer laptops: TOP 5 popular models worth paying attention to
From the office to a meeting, from studying to a coworking space, modern devices must be multifunctional, easy to use, and ready to go anywhere. Transformer laptops combine the classic laptop form factor with the convenience of a tablet. In this selection, we’ve gathered fresh models that deserve attention and don’t force you to…
AR Technology Supporting War Victim Rehabilitation: How the Ukrainian App Vidnova Operates
Almost a year ago, the West Ukrainian National University in Ternopil opened its Immersive Multifunctional Hub. This innovative space is dedicated to implementing cutting-edge AR and VR projects across education, science, and healthcare. Initiated by the Ministry of Digital Transformation, the hub is supported by Cisco Ukraine, which provided…
Hator Rockfall 3 TKL Wireless review: a mechanical keyboard from a Ukrainian brand with high-quality switches and the ability to replace them
The Ukrainian company Hator is known for its mid-budget peripherals for gamers. However, today we are going to review a new model — the Hator Rockfall 3 TKL Wireless keyboard, which is trying to jump into the big leagues. In the review below, we’ll see if the new product succeeded, what are the nuances, pros, […]
16 most anticipated games of 2025
The first month of the new year is coming to an end, which means that the period of rest from major game releases is also coming to an end. We have an exciting year of high-profile premieres ahead of us, and it was not easy to choose 16 of the most interesting ones. Grand Theft […]
Toyota Camry test drive: more impressive and efficient
The classic multipart sequel under the name Toyota Camry has been extended. And yes, it does not lose its relevance over the years, but rather is in increasing demand. The best thing about this situation is that the basic concept remains unchanged. Everything new is well-forgotten old. And Toyota sticks to this concept like no […]
Movie review «A Complete Unknown»
After such successful works as «Logan» and «Ford vs. Ferrari», James Mangold returns with a new biopic «A Complete Unknown». This film tells the story of one of the most influential musicians of the twentieth century — Bob Dylan, and has already attracted considerable interest since its announcement. «A Complete Unknown» Genre…
Review of the series «The Agency»
On January 24, the showing of the spy thriller ended on the Paramount+ with Showtime channel «The Agency» — an adaptation of the famous French series «The Bureau of Legends», which was broadcast on Canal+ from 2015 to 2020. The project is notable not only for being produced by George Clooney and Grant Heslov’s Smoke […]
Movie review «Saint-Exupéry»
On January 23, the screening of the adventure biographical drama «Saint-Exupéry» started in Ukrainian cinemas, the plot of which is dedicated, as one might guess, to the famous French aviator and writer, author of «The Little Prince», Antoine de Saint-Exupéry. However, the story focuses not on the hero’s writing activity, but…
Film review «Restless Waters, Shivering Lights» / Faro
On Thursday, January 23, Ukrainian cinemas premiered the Spanish-Argentinian supernatural horror film «Restless Waters, Shivering Lights». In the review below, we sadly note a fairly obvious fact: no good cinema came out of it. «Restless Waters, Shivering Lights» / Faro Genre supernatural horror, drama Director Angeles Hernandez Cast Hugo…
«Amazon Unbound: Jeff Bezos and the Invention of a Global Empire»: the success story of a man and a company that changed the world. Review by ITC.ua
At the beginning of the year, we shared our impressions of a book on Amazon by authors Natalie Berg and Mia Knights called «Amazon and the future of e-commerce». It was a detailed study of the company’s successes from a business perspective, but there was almost no Jeff Bezos or company history in the classic […]
FIFINE AmpliGame D6 review: affordable stream deck with great features and a real competitor to Elgato
Gamers, streamers, bloggers, and various digital content creators are using more and more useful devices to make their lives easier. The hero of our today’s review, the FIFINE AmpliGame D6 controller, is one of them. It is an affordable variation on the popular Elgato Stream Deck model. It is designed to help in various computer […]
US lifts sanctions against crypto mixer Tornado Cash: TORN token triples
The U.S. District Court for the Western District of Texas overturned the sanctions against the decentralized cryptocurrency mixer Tornado Cash, which had been on the “blacklist” of the Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) of the U.S. Department of the Treasury since 2022. The sanctions were imposed due to accusations of Tornado Cash…
Memecoin on Wall Street: Bitwise prepares Dogecoin ETF
Bitwise Company has officially filed for registration of an exchange-traded fund (ETF) based on Dogecoin (DOGE), as demand for meme coins is rapidly increasing. The application for the Bitwise Dogecoin ETF appeared in the Delaware Department of Corporations in the evening of January 22. And this is no joke: Bitwise confirmed the registration to The…
«The Hunger Games» Trump: Will Washington become an arena for crypto giants and corporations?
Leading cryptocurrency companies have invested $131 million in the US congressional race, and individual cryptocurrency-interested billionaires have spent millions to help return Donald Trump to the White House. According to a tracker called Stand with Crypto, as of November 2024, 274 pro-crypto candidates have been elected to the House of…
Acer Predator XB273U V3bmiiprx monitor review: a balance between Quad HD gaming and true colors
When choosing a monitor for home or work use, you have to determine what is more important to you: refresh rate, resolution, or maybe color accuracy? The latter characteristic has always been the privilege of expensive professional monitors, but today we review the Acer Predator XB273U V3bmiiprx, which allows you not only to play high-speed…
TOP 5 gaming chairs under 165 USD
Winter is the perfect time to spend long cold evenings playing a new game. But gaming without a comfortable chair is a road to «shrimp» posture and health problems. However, you don’t have to spend a fortune to ensure that your workplace is ergonomic and stylish. In this article, we’ve rounded up the best budget […]
Is there any use for a laptop with two screens and is it comfortable to work with? Let’s take a look at the ASUS Zenbook DUO
It looks like dual-screen laptops are going to be the new trend for the coming year, so I’ll have to dedicate at least one post to them. To be honest, I’ve always liked one large screen better than two medium-sized ones. All attempts to use a laptop with a large monitor ended up with me […]
«Russia is a deathmatch territory. This means kill everyone» — Nikita Knysh. How Ukrainian hackers destroy the enemy on the information front
HackYourMom — is a Ukrainian hacker activist project and a group of cyber volunteers who, from the first days of the full-scale invasion, began doing everything they could to inflict maximum cyber damage on the enemy. ITC’s editorial team talked to Mykyta Knysh, an information security specialist, certified ethical hacker, and founder of…
Three laptops, a Steam OS console, and a palm-sized mini-PC. 5 futuristic gadgets from Lenovo at CES that you want to buy right now
Ever since I started attending electronics shows regularly, Lenovo has been on my personal list of the boldest manufacturers of laptops and related devices. In a device category dominated by dull black and gray boxes, you have to try hard to find things that really stand out. At the last CES 2025, the manufacturer did […]
Test drive Skoda Karoq 2024: style decides everything
The update of the mid-size crossover in the Skoda model lineup is symbolic, but it works to improve the main abilities. It seems a little more, and the Skoda Karoq 2024 can be written down as a segment leader. You can either love or loathe VAG representatives. And somehow, over the years, they only justify […]
Movie review «Back in Action»
On January 17th, the streaming service Netflix released the comedic spy action film «Back in Action», in which Cameron Diaz returned to acting after a 10-year hiatus. Her co-star on set was Jamie Foxx, for whom this is already the fifth project on Netflix in the last five years. In the review below, we discuss […]
Movie review «Wolfman»
«Wolfman» (2025) is a chilling new story from Blumhouse that offers audiences a classic horror story combined with psychological drama. Director Lee Vonnell, known for his work on the cult thriller «The Invisible Man», once again creates a tense atmosphere in his new film, where every step the characters take heightens the audience’s…
Review of the second season of the series «Silo»
On Friday, January 17, the second season of the post-apocalyptic dystopia «Silo» concluded on Apple TV+, based on a series of novels by American writer Hugh Howey. The first season of the show received high ratings from viewers and critics and rightfully entered the top best series of 2023 according to many media, including ITC.UA. […]
Review of the series «Star Wars: Skeleton Crew»
On January 14th, the first season of the adventurous sci-fi series «Star Wars: Skeleton Crew» concluded on Disney+, taking place during the same timeframe as the hit show «The Mandalorian». While Din Djarin and the little Grogu are getting ready to conquer the big screens, and Star Wars fans eagerly await the second season of […]
Budget flagship Fossibot S3 Pro: curved AMOLED display, dual screens, and a price of $139.99.
The Fossibot S3 Pro is generating buzz for its unique dual-screen design and incredibly competitive price point. Launching on AliExpress January 20th for a limited-time price of just $139.99, this phone is aiming to bring a premium visual experience to a wider audience. The most striking feature of the S3 Pro is its dual-screen setup. The…
ROG Strix SCAR gaming laptop on RTX 5090: back cover removable without screws, liquid metal instead of thermal paste, and noise level up to 45 dB
In my life, I have changed more than a dozen desktop builds and laptops. Perhaps someday I’ll write a nostalgic post about the technology of the 90s and early noughties — my first Search, the next desktop based on the first «stump», and my first personal build in the 10th grade — a Celeron 500. […]
«Jarek’s World» Elia Barcelo: space social fiction «old school». ITC.ua review
The Ukrainian reader is probably not very familiar with Spanish literature. At least not in the genre of space fiction. I hope you know their wonderful contemporary writer Carlos Ruiz Safon, or at least Miguel de Cervantes, but the name of Elia Barceló will definitely not tell you anything. However, in 2024, the publishing house […]
Nothing Phone 2a Plus review: is it really a top, or nonsense with a bright design?
Nothing continues to produce smartphones that attract attention at least visually. For example, we had Nothing Phone review (1). And this time we will talk about the new mid-range device Nothing Phone 2a Plus. The gadget is an updated version of the best-selling Nothing Phone 2a model, and the manufacturer claims that it has improved […]
Trump’s Return to the White House: What to Expect from the Inauguration of the First Pro-Cryptocurrency President of the United States
On January 20, the 47th President of the United States of America — Donald Trump is expected to be inaugurated. His return to the White House caused a wave of discussions in the crypto community, as well as significant price fluctuations. A loyal approach to the regulation of digital assets and potential changes in the […]
Anker Solix C800X review: playing S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2 with the lights off
Anker bills itself as the «World’s #1 Charger Brand». So today, let’s take a look at one of their newest creations — the charging station Anker Solix C800X. It is a standalone solution for camping/outdoor use with two flashlights and a metal extension cord included. But now there are dozens of other use cases for […]
TOP 5 popular ruggedized smartphones for the military and beyond
Ruggedized smartphones are designed to withstand harsh environments. They are useful for the military, who need the durability and endurance of their equipment, but they are also useful for users with heavy physical work, such as in construction. Since ruggedized models are ready to withstand more than ordinary gadgets, they are also chosen by…
Acer Predator Streetstyle 20″ and Predator Robust 22″ review: stylish suitcases for traveling gamers
Even if you’re not an avid gamer or computer enthusiast, you’ve probably heard of the Predator line of gaming laptops. To transport them, fans of the brand often bought branded backpacks. But what if we have a long journey, a trip, or a move ahead of us? For such cases, last fall Acer diversified its […]
Nissan Juke test drive: remembering the future
This baby was a trendsetter for compact crossovers, which is all the more surprising since the Nissan Juke has now begun to lag behind its competitors. The update brought changes that needed to be added to somehow catch up. It seems like not so long ago that we met the second generation of the sensational […]
Movie review «Ad Vitam»
On January 10th, the crime thriller/action movie «Ad Vitam» starring French cinema star and Marion Cotillard’s boyfriend Guillaume Canet in the leading role was released on Netflix. Whether there’s something in the movie worth spending your time on — read the review below. «Ad Vitam» Genre crime thriller, action Director Rodolphe…
Review of the animated series «Creature Commandos»
On January 9, the first season of the animated adventure superhero series mixed with dark comedy «Creature Commandos» concluded on the Max platform, based on the eponymous team of characters from DC Comics. This project marks a new chapter in the DC cinematic universe rebooted by James Gunn and Peter Safran, and it does so […]
Movie review «Better Man»
From January 9, the musical biopic «Better Man» began screening in cinemas, which, as you might guess, is dedicated to the popular British performer Robbie Williams. A distinctive feature of the film is that the main character appears here as an anthropomorphic CGI chimpanzee. So in the review below, we will analyze what such a […]
«Kaidashev family vs. zombies» Oleksiy Dekan: the walking dead vs. Ukrainian classics. ITC.ua review
In the West, the mashup genre has been played with in literature for a long time. It is a combination of a work of classic literature with a variety of fantastic elements, assumptions, etc. Mashups became quite famous in the 2009 novel by American writer Seth Grahame-Smith «Pride and Prejudice and Zombies», which was made […]
Razer Basilisk V3 Pro 35K review: a gaming mouse for those who don’t accept compromises
The Razer Basilisk V3 Pro gaming mouse has been around for several years, but now it has an updated version with the 35K prefix in its name. The novelty has a more advanced sensor, and most importantly, the manufacturer decided not to touch the other working elements of the model that work and make it […]
AI agents: how do digital minions work in the crypto market?
AI agents are rapidly changing the approach to cryptocurrency trading, market analysis, and risk management. They don’t just perform algorithmic tasks according to predefined criteria like traditional bots, but adapt to conditions, learn from previous experience, and provide a new level of autonomy in interaction with the blockchain. Why are…
TOP 5 popular gaming monitors
With the release of long-awaited games such as S.T.A.L.K.E.R. 2, an obvious question arises: will the hardware support the new releases, is the hardware outdated, and will the monitor show all the details. To see the virtual world as it was intended by the developers, it is important to choose the right screen. In this […]
Jeep Wrangler 2024 test drive: life without limits
At a time when artificial intelligence is embracing humanity and technology is moving to the level of the sky, the existence of simple and understandable things is beginning to impress. The Jeep Wrangler seems to be the only one that has carried its originality through the ages and has not lost but multiplied its abilities. […]
Acer Swift 14 AI review: does the ARM platform have a right to live?
Almost half a century has passed since the first x86 processors appeared. It would seem that no force can compete against the representatives of modern CPU titans: Intel and AMD. However, the rules of the game are changing, and now we have an unusual, and to some extent revolutionary, ARM laptop — Acer Swift 14 […]
Movie review «Nosferatu»
Starting January 2, the gothic horror film «Nosferatu» hit Ukrainian theaters. This is a remake of the legendary classic of the horror genre and German Expressionism in particular—the 1922 film «Nosferatu. A Symphony of Horror» by Friedrich Wilhelm Murnau. The daring reimaginer of this classic is the well-known horror filmmaker Robert Eggers…
Review of the series «Missing You»
On the first day of the year, Netflix released the detective thriller «Missing You», based on the eponymous novel by American author Harlan Coben, published in 2014. Coben also served as the executive producer of the project. Whether this 5-episode miniseries is worth your time — read our review below. «Missing You» Genre thriller, detective…
Review of the series «Earth Abides»
At the end of December, the first season of the post-apocalyptic drama «Earth Abides» wrapped up on MGM+. The plot is based on the novel of the same name by George R. Stewart, published back in 1949. Below, we dive into how intriguing it is to watch yet another screen adaptation of a post-apocalyptic scenario […]
The most interesting new games of January 2025
The first month of the new year, just like the last one, is not rich in major original releases. However, you can prepare for the busy period in the gaming industry that will begin in February in the company of projects of different moods: from a calm urban planning simulator of the era of ancient […]
The most interesting new series of January 2025
If the creators of big TV show premieres had any strategy for 2025, they clearly didn’t bet on January — the first month of the year offers more intriguing continuations of various shows than new ones. As usual, we’ve got a few options for «evening viewing» from the reliable content provider Netflix, another showdown between […]
The most interesting new movies of January 2025
In January, viewers can expect not one, but two music biopics — about Robbie Williams and Bob Dylan, an encounter with the legendary vampire Count Orlok and the iconic werewolf Man-Wolf, the return of Cameron Diaz after a 10-year acting hiatus, and even the death of Putin, although just on screen. Additionally, the January lineup […]
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