Ukrainian laser «Trident» destroys drones and missiles at a distance of up to 5 km: first demonstration in action
During the conference «European Defense Industry: Prospects for Cooperation with the Ukrainian Defense Industry», the Ukrainian laser system «Tryzub» was demonstrated for the first time. The event was attended by Vadym Sukharevskyi, Commander of the Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, who showed footage of the laser weapon.
In «Diia» will launch an online driving license exam ─ without queues and with AI for control
The «Diia» app plans to launch an online exam for obtaining a driver’s license. In this case, it will be possible to pass the theoretical part of the exam without visiting the service centers of the Ministry of Internal Affairs. This was announced during a national telethon by Deputy Prime Minister, Minister of Digital Transformation,…
«Everyone will pay»: Hetmantsev on new taxes on income received via the Internet — will bring in UAH 10 billion annually
The Ministry of Finance has prepared a new draft law on the taxation of Ukrainians’ income. If passed, popular online services – such as those that order taxis, food delivery, or find handymen – will automatically deduct 10% of their users’ income.
The NCCEC fined «Kyivstar» UAH 51 thousand ─ the subscriber’s money was sent to a bonus account
The National Commission for the State Regulation of Electronic Communications, Radio Frequency Spectrum and Postal Services (NCCS), imposed a fine per company «Kyivstar» in the amount of UAH 51 thousand. Reason — violation of consumer rights when changing the form of service. The company transferred money from the main account to the bonus…
Budget «flagship» Xiaomi POCO M7 Pro 5G is already in Ukraine — with AMOLED, 50 MP OIS camera and price from ₴7999
The new POCO M7 Pro 5G smartphone has gone on sale in Ukraine. This is a budget model aimed at the youth audience.
The Ministry of Justice has blocked accounts of 26 thousand Ukrainians for non-payment of fines to the Transfer Pricing Commission
Bank accounts of 26,000 people have been blocked in Ukraine due to non-payment of fines related to violation of mobilization rules. This was announced by the head of the Central Interregional Department of the Ministry of Justice, Kyrylo Minenko, during a telethon.
Hetmantsev criticized the statement of the NSSMC on the «matrix» taxation of cryptocurrencies
Danylo Hetmantsev, Chairman of the Verkhovna Rada Committee on Finance, Taxation and Customs Policy, has denied the statement of the National Securities and Stock Market Commission (NSSMC) regarding the approval of the so-called «matrix» taxation of cryptocurrencies. He emphasized that the Committee did not approve any proposals from the NSSMC…
The government plans to collect taxes on every sale through OLX, Rozetka, and Prom — draft law
Recently, there have been reports that the tax authorities are going to monitor people’s online sales and fine those who do not pay taxes on such income. Subsequently, the tax authorities have issued a refutation and said that they would only control entrepreneurs who systematically sell goods through online platforms and may evade taxes. But…
Dmytro Dubilet: «Artificial intelligence is the only solution to replace corrupt judges»
After a long information silence, former Cabinet of Ministers Minister Dmytro Dubilet shared with another idea to improve the lives of Ukrainians with the help of information technology. This time, the co-founder of Monobank proposes to improve the judicial system of Ukraine with the help of artificial intelligence.
Ukrainian response to «Shahedi»: domestic hunter drone has already destroyed about 30 targets
During a visit to Ukraine by a Belgian delegation consisting of government officials and defense industry representatives, Ukrainian developers publicly demonstrated a combat UAV, the «Shahed» hunter, for the first time. This Ukrainian-made drone is specially designed to destroy Russian kamikaze drones.
Ukraine will prepare a draft law on cryptocurrencies based on MiCA by October
A draft law on virtual assets in Ukraine with the distribution of regulatory powers is expected to be prepared by October this year. Technical work on the document, which will be based on the European Directive MiCA and attract international partners. This was stated by First Deputy Governor of the National Bank of Ukraine (NBU) Kateryna Rozhkova.
In 2024, twice as many Ukrainian officials declared cryptocurrencies, the leaders — National Police officers
In 2024, 2,113 Ukrainian officials filed declarations that included cryptocurrencies. This is 2.2 times more than before the full-scale invasion of Ukraine. Overall, the number of such declarations increased by 10% compared to the previous year.
Samsung unveils Galaxy Tab S10 FE in Ukraine – tablet with Android 15 for UAH 21.8 thousand
Samsung has announced the imminent start of sales of new premium tablets Galaxy Tab S10 FE and Galaxy Tab S10 FE+ in Ukraine.
The electronic cabinet of the HCPC will be launched in April ─ data from medical examinations will be entered into Oberig without a visit to the TCC
Starting April 1, an electronic office of the Military Medical Commission (MMC) will be launched in Ukraine. This means that all conclusions on fitness (or unfitness) for service will now be issued only in digital format. This was stated by Deputy Minister of Defense for Digitalization Kateryna Chernogorenko.
Xiaomi POCO F7 Pro and F7 Ultra debuted in the world and in Ukraine at a price starting from UAH 23 thousand
Sales of the flagship POCO F7 smartphone series have started in Ukraine. Ukrainian fans of the brand are offered POCO F7 Pro and POCO F7 Ultra models. The smartphones have IP68 dust and moisture protection. The new products run on Xiaomi HyperOS 2 and offer additional AI-based features, including the pre-installed Google Gemini generative AI…
The State Tax Service allegedly exposed «Yabko» and Yabluka in tax evasion of UAH 286 million
The State Tax Service has exposed a tax evasion scheme in two well-known electronics chains that sell Apple equipment. About said Head of the State Tax Service Ruslan Kravchenko.
Ukrainian app Saferoad helps drivers avoid potholes and dangerous roads in real time
A Ukrainian team has created a new app called Saferoad. According to the developers, this is the world’s first web application that helps drivers avoid dangerous road sections in real time.
New tax on OnlyFans, Glovo, and Uklon: how much will Ukrainians have to pay?
Currently, Ukraine has the so-called «Google» tax. This is a VAT paid by foreign companies that provide electronic services in Ukraine. Its final payers are ordinary Ukrainians who use the relevant services and pay for subscriptions or other payments. But this is not enough for Ukrainian leaders. Therefore, government officials are considering…
The Ministry of Defense will award military inventors and protect their copyright
During the war unleashed by Russia, Ukrainians are taking a creative approach to the task of defending their homeland and creating various means to more effectively clear their land of invaders. To further encourage inventors, the Ministry of Defense is proposing legislative changes that will allow the military to receive rewards for their…
Court decisions on mobilization evasion will be made non-public – what the authorities want to hide
The final version of the draft law 7033-d has been published on the website of the Verkhovna Rada. It amends the Law «On Access to Court Decisions» to prevent the disclosure of certain information in court documents. Among other things, the MPs propose to adopt a rule to remove certain court decisions from public access.
The TCC fined a man with a deferred fine because the post office did not deliver the summons at the place of registration – what did court decide?
The Third Administrative Court of Appeal ruled that there was no violation of the mobilization law if a person liable for military service was not properly notified of a call to the CMC. Accordingly, the court canceled the fine imposed on a man who was registered with the MCC and had a deferment, but was still declared a violator.
«Kyivstar» buys Uklon for $155.2 million
Kyivstar» has announced the purchase of 97% of the corporate rights of the Ukrainian taxi service Uklon. The company expressed interest in acquiring the service about a year ago, in the spring of 2024.
Register «Oberig» knows even about those who have not updated their data and have not communicated with the TCC
Last year, the Verkhovna Rada passed a law requiring men and women liable for military service aged 18 to 60 to update their registration information in the Military Registration and Enlistment Office. Some people deliberately refused to comply with this provision of the law, hoping to avoid being drafted. Their reasoning was simple: if you…
Google to help Ukrainians master AI with free AI Essentials course
2500 Ukrainians will be able to take the course for free Google AI Essentials on the Coursera platform. Participants will gain knowledge about artificial intelligence and will be able to get certified by Coursera.
The government plans to increase taxes for individual entrepreneurs to 17% and complicate the simplified taxation system ─ but not soon
Reform of the simplified taxation system in Ukraine remains on the agenda. The government intends to revise the conditions for individual entrepreneurs and raise taxes. About reports RBC-Ukraine, referring to report The Ministry of Finance on the implementation of the National Revenue Strategy for 2024.
A man refused to receive a «military» summons and received a fine from the TCC ─ What did the court decide?
The Sixth Administrative Court of Appeal ruled that the mere refusal to receive a call-up is not a violation of the mobilization law. Reservists and persons liable for military service must report at the time and place specified in the call. At the same time, the law does not require that a person necessarily accept a summons to the CMC.
«Reserve+» will explain violations and improve authorization: new changes to the application
Soon, the «Reserve+» app will add a field to notifications about violations of military registration with an explanation of the problem. New authorization options will also be available. Deputy Minister of Defense for Digitalization Kateryna Chernohorenko spoke about these and other innovations in a new interview with DOU.
Police seize $200K from OnlyFans model during search — more to come
The police conduct searches of Ukrainian models of OnlyFans, which was first reported to the State Tax Service and later to the Bureau of Economic Security. About reports resource «Ekonomichna Pravda», referring to the words of one of the models whose house was searched by law enforcement and $200 thousand seized.
Illegal mobilization: up to 8 years in prison for officials of the Military Commissariats and Military Police – VRU adopts bill
The Verkhovna Rada of Ukraine adopted in the first reading draft law No. 12442, which provides for criminal liability for officials of the Military Commissariats and Military Police for illegal mobilization. The perpetrators face up to 8 years in prison.
Fines from the TP can be paid in «Reserve+» ─ with a discount
The Ministry of Defense is expanding opportunities for people liable for military service. Soon, fines from the Tax and Customs Committee will be payable online through the «Reserve+» application. This will be possible after the adoption of draft law No. 12093. This was announced by Deputy Minister of Defense for Digitalization Kateryna…
«PrivatBank» updated «Privat24»: what has changed for users?
«PrivatBank» has announced an update to its mobile application «Privat24». It is noted that the launch of the updated application will have several stages, and the first of them will be a change in the design and inclusive features of the home screen.
The military-industrial complex without restrictions: Government opens defense technologies to private producers
On Friday, the government supported a resolution that opens up access to state defense technologies to private companies. About said Minister of Strategic Industries of Ukraine Herman Smetanin.
Designers are back in trend: IT companies resume hiring after a long decline
The IT job market is gradually recovering in Ukraine. For example, in the design industry, as of early 2025, there has finally been a recovery to pre-war levels – February 2022. This is evidenced by data from various sources.
The HQC is going online: the conclusions of medical commissions will automatically be included in «Oberig»
The Ministry of Defense has recently updated the «Reserve+» application, which now allows you to create electronic referrals to the medical department and specifies a specific datewhen you need to appear at a medical commission. And now the agency has said that the conclusions of the MEC will also be transferred to an online format instead of a…
«Kyivstar» will pay more than $100 million for Uklon, and the deal will be closed by the end of the month, — media
The deal to buy Uklon taxi service from «Kyivstar» is expected to be finalized by the end of March. The parties have reached an agreement. According to preliminary data, the deal value may exceed $100 million. This was reported by the resource Dou.ua with reference to Scroll.media.
Eutelsat instead of Starlink: Ukraine may get a new satellite internet service
Emotional statements, media leaks and the instability in relations between the US and Ukraine that has emerged in recent weeks have raised concerns about the future of Starlink satellite communications in our country. Satellite Internet from Elon Musk’s company plays an important role in meeting the needs of the Armed Forces of Ukraine. And…
«Reserve+» now indicates a specific date when you need to appear at the HLC ─ to save time
The Ministry of Defense continues to develop and improve the «Reserve+» application. A month ago, the agency added the ability to creation of electronic referrals to the military medical examination center in the «Reserve+» application. And now, Deputy Minister of Defense for Digitalization Kateryna Chernogorenko saidthat from now on, such…
Pre-orders for Apple iPhone 16e — from UAH 34999 have been launched in Ukraine
Last month Apple introduced a new «budget» smartphone iPhone 16e. In some countries, the new product has already gone on sale since February 28, but in Ukraine, fans of the Cupertino company can only pre-order the iPhone 16e.
«Father with many children» with Photoshop: IT specialist tried to go abroad with a «fake» child
A programmer from Dnipro decided to go abroad, but he had no legal grounds. So he came up with a scheme: in one of the city’s bars, he bought a child’s birth certificate form, filled it out, and became a «father of many children». But the plan failed — border guards in Bukovyna immediately noticed the fake and sent the man to court.
«Oberig» will know everything: Ukrainians aged 25-60 abroad will be automatically registered with the TCC
Men aged 25-60 who applied to passport services abroad before April 24, 2024 will automatically be included in the Register of Persons Liable for Military Service «Oberih».
Tinder in «Actions» ─ the app now shows marital status and «Single Certificate»
«Actions» is gradually acquiring new functions, although sometimes their usefulness and expediency raise questions. Such a controversial innovation is the display of marital status in «Actions», which announced Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov on Valentine’s Day.
Speedtest by the National Commission for State Regulation of Energy: the regulator has launched people’s control over the Internet speed
NKEC and Ookla have launched a new tool – the QoS Tool – Speedtest. With its help, you can measure the speed of your Internet, as well as learn about other important connection parameters.
Medical examination for persons with limited fitness: now until June 5, you have to go without a summons
Last year, Ukraine abolished the status of persons liable for military service «Limitedly fit for military service». Now, there are either those who are fit for service (fully or with some restrictions) or those who are unfit. According to the law, all persons who previously had the status of «Restrictedly fit» had to undergo a second VLC by…
«For quick registration»: Ukraine will launch an electronic queue for medical examinations
Soon, Ukraine will introduce another digital service for people liable for military service. In addition to digital referral to the assembly line, which has recently been launched in «Reserve+», also plans to launch an electronic queue for the WLC. About this said Deputy Head of the Presidential Office Iryna Vereshchuk.
Revolut is officially in Ukraine — with identification via “Diia” and free transfers (+ a patriotic card for a donation)
The fintech company Revolut has expanded the list of services for Ukrainian users. At the same time, the company introduced user identification through «Action».
A deferral of «Reserve+» will be extended automatically – who cares?
Deferrals in the mobile application «Reserve+» will gradually be extended automatically. About said Deputy Minister of Defense for Digitalization Kateryna Chornohorenko.
The AMCU allowed «Kiyvstar» to buy Uklon: what will it bring to each company?
At the end of December 2024, mobile operator «Kyivstar» submitted an application to the AMCU for the acquisition of the Uklon taxi service. On February 6, the regulator approved the acquisition. Thus, «Kyivstar» received permission to acquire control over «UKLON LTD» and LLC «Tech Uklon», «Uklon Corporation», «Uklon Ukraine». This is…
Ukrainian competitor to Telegram: Bridge messenger with «panic button» and encryption
Last year, Ukraine began to actively discuss the idea of blocking Telegram. With such statements Various high-ranking officials spoke at the event. It seems that if the messenger will really be blockedUkrainians will be offered a domestic alternative. A group of IT specialists from Lviv has developed the Bridge messenger.
Volia and lifecell owner announces layoffs of IT specialists – consequences of merger and optimization
DVL Group, which last year acquired telecom operators «Datagroup-Vola» and lifecell, will conduct a massive reduction of IT specialists in the merged company. About 15% of the IT staff will be laid off.
ASUS Zenbook A14 in Ukraine: Snapdragon X chip, up to 32 hours of battery life, and a price of UAH 72.5 thousand
ASUS has announced the launch of the new Zenbook A14 (UX3407) laptop in Ukraine. The manufacturer claims that this is the lightest 14-inch Copilot+ PC laptop on the market. This device is also the first Zenbook model to be powered by the latest Snapdragon X series processors with artificial intelligence support.
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