09:05, 01 Nov
Gas station networks have slashed fuel prices, but only for a few days. What’s happening?
Two weeks ago, Ukrainians witnessed an unprecedented event: certain gas station networks unexpectedly offered their customers discounts of up to 6 UAH per liter of fuel. This promotion sparked lively discussions among experts, ranging from traditional talks about traders’ excessive profits to calls for the reinstatement of state regulation on fuel prices. A few days later, the discounts were revoked, but the "aftertaste" remained.
09:03, 01 Nov
Shadow defense industry: How thousands of Ukrainians with 3D printers established a large-scale weapons factory.
When it comes to weapon production, they are often overlooked, but thanks to ordinary Ukrainians with 3D printers, the Ukrainian army is able to meet many of its needs.
09:05, 31 Oct
How are Russian military equipment depots being depleted?
The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine asserts that since the onset of the large-scale war, Russian forces have lost over 9,000 tanks and 18,000 armored vehicles. However, the Dutch intelligence website Oryx, based on open sources, reports significantly lower figures: they claim that the number of tanks lost by the Russian army, for which there is photographic or video evidence, stands at 3,400, while the count for armored vehicles is 6,400. Similar estimates are provided by Ukrainian analysts from warspotting.
09:03, 31 Oct
The battle for light continues. A report from the power plant devastated by Russian forces.
The drop in air temperature has compelled Ukrainians to turn on their heaters. As a result, there has been a significant increase in electricity consumption, with shortages anticipated during the winter months.
09:05, 30 Oct
How to receive sky-high pensions without limits? A guide from prosecutors and judges.
The scandal involving prosecutors who were granted disability status has already led to the dissolution of medical and social expert commissions (MSEC) and the resignation of the Attorney General.
09:03, 30 Oct
Wolf's thousand. How Zelensky's initiative will operate and what the funds can be spent on.
On October 25, President Volodymyr Zelensky made a significant announcement. The head of state promised to allocate 1,000 UAH to every Ukrainian, from children to pensioners, in order to "support the population during the winter months."
09:40, 29 Oct
The science of earning: How businesses and universities are merging into one entity.
1961, Moscow. A motorcade featuring the first astronaut, Yuri Gagarin, is heading to Red Square. In one of the last cars in the procession, Sergei Korolev is traveling with his wife. Due to the large crowd in the square, the couple was unable to join the celebration and decided to watch the parade on television instead.
09:38, 29 Oct
Grant for Your Own Business: How the Government Program Works and Who is Eligible for Funding.
The Ministry of Economy shares success stories of individuals who have received government grants in its press releases. However, the numerous rejections faced by budding entrepreneurs remain unaddressed, as do the government's demands for the repayment of granted funds to the budget.
08:47, 29 Oct
Croatia intends to supply Ukraine with dozens of tanks and armored vehicles.
Croatia will supply Ukraine with 30 M-84 tanks and 30 M-80 infantry fighting vehicles. In return, the country will purchase 50 new Leopard 2A8 tanks from Germany at a reduced price.
09:45, 28 Oct
The heart of Ukrainian metallurgy: What economic impact will the loss of Pokrovsk have?
The Pokrovsk direction is currently the hottest spot on the front lines. Under constant bombardment, the city is preparing for an invasion: fortifications are being set up in the streets, residents are urged to evacuate, and there are no plans to implement winter heating.
10:03, 26 Oct
Alexey Baranov, A Development: Builders from the Philippines and Pakistan will be brought to Ukraine. It's something we are destined to face.
For decades, Arsenal Square in Kyiv served as a transit hub. People would exit the metro station and quickly go about their business. Today, Arsenal Square has transformed into a vibrant magnet for activity. It’s a place where people spend time, dine in restaurants, work, and study. This transformation of the square is the work of developer Oleksii Baranov.
10:01, 26 Oct
New global tech hub: How Malaysia is conquering the world chip market.
With $7 billion in investments from semiconductor giants Intel and Infineon, over $4 billion from AI chip leader Nvidia, and the expansion of presence by Ericsson, Bosch, and Lam Research, Malaysia's semiconductor sector is experiencing a significant investment surge. This highlights the profound impact that the geopolitical rivalry between the United States and China has on the decision-making process for these multibillion-dollar investments.
08:38, 23 Oct
Focusing on reconstruction: Where construction factories are opening across Ukraine.
In 2021, Ukrainian enterprises produced construction materials worth $16 billion. This market experienced annual growth of 10% and supplied 95% of its output to domestic buyers. However, following the onset of the large-scale war, purchasing demand plummeted by 70%, and many factories and raw material sources were either destroyed or occupied by Russian forces.
08:41, 21 Oct
Gifted to scammers: What happened to the "Reserve+" app's support chat bot on Telegram?
On October 16, the State Special Communications Service reported that an account on the messaging platform Telegram, posing as the support service for the military application "Reserv+", is disseminating messages containing malicious software (malware). This information was later confirmed by the government response team CERT-UA.
08:40, 19 Oct
Cheese made using NASA technology. Discover how Ukrainians developed a superfood that won a prestigious award in France.
Brothers Vadym and Pylyp Gryshyn spent two years experimenting with cheese drying, ruining hundreds of kilograms of product in their quest for the perfect flavor. They succeeded in creating snacks that are free from artificial colors and preservatives, made entirely from cheese.
08:43, 18 Oct
The impact of artificial intelligence: why the Nobel Prize in Physics and Chemistry was awarded to psychologists and mathematicians.
This year, the Nobel Prize in Chemistry was awarded to three scientists: David Baker for his work on computer-aided protein design, and Demis Hassabis and John Jumper for their groundbreaking contributions to predicting protein structures. The Nobel Prize in Physics went to John Hopfield and Geoffrey Hinton for their fundamental discoveries that enabled machine learning through artificial neural networks.
08:39, 18 Oct
Now it's not just "Shaheds." Discover how Russia has ramped up production of strike drones and how Ukrainian engineers are responding.
In the past two months, Russia has set two records for the number of kamikaze drones, known as "Shahed," launched at Ukraine. In August, the Air Forces recorded 789 drones, and in September, the number rose to 1,339. Previously, the monthly count ranged between 300 and 600.
08:38, 16 Oct
"Getting a driver's license in Ukraine has become more challenging and expensive: here's what you need to know."
Obtaining a driver's license without bribery used to be a challenging task for Ukrainians. After two unsuccessful attempts out of three, aspiring drivers might be subtly advised: "Either pay up, or you'll have to retake the exam." This would mean they would need to undergo another training course at a driving school.
08:43, 15 Oct
Why are some countries poor while others are rich? Nobel Prize-winning economists provide insights into this disparity.
In 2024, three American professors were awarded the Sveriges Riksbank Prize in Economic Sciences in Memory of Alfred Nobel, commonly known as the "Nobel Prize in Economics," for their research on how institutions are formed and their impact on the prosperity of nations.
08:39, 15 Oct
Make Tesla Great Again. Why Elon Musk supports Trump.
The 2024 elections in the United States are noteworthy because one of the world's wealthiest businessmen, Elon Musk, has joined the campaign efforts for one of the candidates, marking a significant first.
08:42, 14 Oct
No fertilizers or chemicals. A farmer from Zhytomyr cultivates and exports organic grain.
In Ukraine, less than 1% of agricultural land is dedicated to organic farming. In contrast, this figure exceeds 10% in EU countries. For instance, Austria boasts approximately 26% of its arable land as organic, while Estonia and Sweden have over 20%.
08:41, 11 Oct
Universities in the business world: How higher education will evolve.
In the past year, the National Aviation University (NAU) has transformed from an outsider in the educational services market, led by a former regional politician, to a trailblazer in higher education reform. In 2024, NAU became the first higher education institution in Ukraine to have its leadership elected by a supervisory board. This university also aims to be the first in the country to achieve the status of a state non-commercial enterprise.
08:41, 10 Oct
Future Surgery: How Doctors in Kharkiv Are Using Augmented Reality for Operations
Despite its futuristic nature, augmented reality (AR) technology is increasingly becoming a part of our daily lives. While eight years ago children were running through the streets in search of Pokémon, today AR filters on Instagram and Snapchat have become so commonplace that they no longer surprise us.
08:38, 09 Oct
Inaction or criminal intent? How the NCSM neglects the interests of Ukrainians in favor of a sanctioned Russian individual.
Two years ago, Ukraine imposed sanctions on the Russian businessman with a Kazakh passport, Timur Turlov, and his brokerage firm "Freedom Finance Ukraine." The restrictions imposed by the National Security and Defense Council left thousands of the company's clients in limbo, as all their assets have been frozen.
08:38, 08 Oct
From rise to fall – just one chip. What’s happening with Intel?
The Intel Corporation has long been one of the most powerful companies in the United States and the largest chip manufacturer worldwide. At its peak in 2000, its valuation reached $500 billion, but following the collapse of the dot-com bubble, its market capitalization declined and has not returned to that level since.
08:38, 08 Oct
Potato prices have surged by 200%. What’s driving the rise in vegetable costs in Ukraine, and what can we expect moving forward?
As with any seasonal product, the prices of vegetables and their availability on store shelves are dictated by the time of year. Consequently, April is typically the most expensive month, as the stock begins to run low.
08:38, 05 Oct
Два роки "єОселі": що змінилося в програмі та які нові умови пропонують українцям
Навесні 2024 року ЕП на власному досвідіперевіряла, як працює державна програма кредитування житла "єОселя". Залишена в рамках експерименту заявка в одному з банків не була розглянута.
09:43, 04 Oct
Валерій Залужний підтримав заклик відомої волонтерки на захист начальника ГУР МО Кирила Буданова
08:38, 04 Oct
Підвищення податків, падіння продажів, мобілізація та пошук роботи. Інтервʼю керівниці асоціації IT Ukraine
Зараз в IT-галузі дві проблеми. Перша – поступове скорочення замовлень, через що обсяги експорту послуг цього секторузменшилисядо найнижчого рівня з початку великої війни. Друга – цілком реальна перспективапідвищення податків, що вплине на рентабельність тих, хто працює в цьому секторі економіки.
05:40, 01 Sep
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