IT news, innovations and digital technologies in Kyiv region. Latest tech events
Turkish Aerospace Industries presented the second KAAN prototype — modifications to the fuselage, air intakes and landing gear are intended to improve stealth and create space for modern weaponry. Why this matters now: engines, exports and lessons for the domestic defense industry.
According to Mark Gurman (Bloomberg), Apple may unveil in March 2026 a budget 12.9‑inch MacBook powered by the A18 Pro chip. We look into why the company is taking this step and what practical impact it could have on the Ukrainian market and education.
The new TAF-I10 interceptor from TAF Industries is already undergoing tests. We analyze its specifications, tactical significance, and why this is important now for countering hostile drones.
At St. Peter's Basilica you can now listen to and read along with the Mass in real time on your smartphone. Why this is important for pilgrims, how it is connected to Vatican diplomacy, and what it means for Ukraine — we break it down by the facts.
A small-looking engineering change — integrated fuel tanks — significantly expands the F-35I’s operational autonomy. Why this matters for regional security and what it means for Ukraine and its partners.
Apple is foregoing the big stage and offering a "special experience" to select media on March 4. We analyze which devices it may show, why the format matters, and what role this could play for users and the industry as a whole.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation has announced a nationwide audit of public services: artificial intelligence will identify duplicate and outdated procedures, and the government will receive a roadmap to simplify services — why this matters right now.
Tesla announced the launch of Grok in several European countries. We explain why this is not just about comfort on the road, but also about safety, regulation, and opportunities for Ukrainian specialists and citizens in the EU.
DOU published median salaries for infrastructure specialists: from $1,100 for system administrators to $4,550 for SREs. We analyze what these figures mean for the labor market, company budgets, and the country's cyber resilience.
Samsung has announced an Unpacked event for February 25, 2026. Besides three S26 models and new Buds, the headline feature is satellite connectivity — a development that matters not only for metropolitan users.
Insider Ice Universe reports that Apple plans to integrate the Privacy Display feature from the Galaxy S26 Ultra into future MacBooks. This is not just a technical gimmick: it’s about protecting information in public places and a new option for professionals. We look at when the feature will arrive and what practical consequences it will have for users.
Today Kyiv is bringing online an additional 9 MW of reserve capacity — this will help locally back up hospitals and certain neighborhoods, but covers only about 1% of the capital's needs. We explain what this step means and what next measures are needed for real energy resilience.
An additional 9 MW won't solve all the problems, but it provides a critical cushion of stability — we explain who it matters to and why today.
Japan has for the first time unveiled a demonstrator of a long-range cruise missile. This is not merely a technological gesture — such a project forces a reassessment of approaches to air defense and allied cooperation.
Northrop Grumman has revealed details of Jackal — a turbojet-powered missile that autonomously locates targets in areas of intense jamming. What threat does this pose and what conclusions should we draw today — briefly and to the point.
A third-party Garmin app estimates caffeine levels in the blood, stores the data directly on the watch, and helps plan beverages — useful for medical personnel, volunteers and anyone who values nighttime rest during a demanding schedule.
Out-of-band patch fixes regression after the January update: why this is important for businesses, the public sector, and Ukraine's cyber resilience.
The median salary for IT managers in December 2025 is $3,000 (unchanged over the past six months). Where pay is higher, who has lost out, and which skills actually boost income now — short and to the point.
At CES 2026, Samsung unveiled the Galaxy Book 6 Pro and Ultra with Intel's new 1.8‑nm processors. Performance has increased — but rising memory and SSD prices could change the outlook for Ukrainian buyers and professionals.
Samsung has notified distributors of wholesale price increases of up to 80% for consumer RAM and SSDs. We examine why this happened, which products are already becoming more expensive, and how this will affect Ukrainians’ wallets and IT‑sector spending.
Researchers at Dr.Web, via Bleeping Computer, describe a Trojan that uses TensorFlow.js to visually recognize ad elements and simulate clicks in the background. We explain why this matters for your phone, your wallet, and national cyber-resilience.
A modification carried out in a shop at Shenzhen’s Huaqiangbei market installed a traditional SIM slot in a model sold as eSIM‑only. Why this matters for users, the market, and security — we examine the core issues.
At UMEX 2026, South Korea’s LIG Nex1 and U.S. company Shield AI agreed to integrate the L‑MDM missile onto the V‑BAT unmanned aerial vehicle. The technical move carries practical implications for strike-drone tactics and for allied defense-technology markets.
In the field, where every battery can determine the outcome of an operation, endurance and reliability are matters of safety. Garmin has introduced the tactix 8 Cerakote with a damage‑resistant casing and up to 29 days of battery life. We examine what this delivers in practice and why such solutions are important for our defenders and rescuers.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Elon Musk reiterated the deadline: sales of the Optimus robot are planned by the end of 2027. It’s an opportunity to revitalize infrastructure and logistics, but also a reminder of the technical and regulatory challenges.
MBDA has announced a new contract to supply Meteor air‑to‑air missiles for German Eurofighter Typhoons. We explain the technical details, industrial implications, and the practical significance for Ukraine’s security.
Realme unveiled the Neo8 in China with a Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 and an 8000 mAh battery. We explain why endurance and flagship hardware make this model notable in 2026 — and what it means for users.
An unpublicized OpenAI robotics lab has started operating in San Francisco, where robotic manipulators are being trained on simple household tasks. At first glance it seems to be about everyday life, but behind it lies a school for general-purpose models and a potential means to influence logistics, reconstruction, and the labor market in Ukraine.
DJI unveiled in China a downsized version of the Power 1000 V2 focused on mobility and fast recharging — the device could serve as a useful backup during power outages and for field operations; a global release is expected later.
Atlas has added tab groups, an Auto-search mode, and a refreshed interface; it’s currently available only on Macs with Apple Silicon. We explain why this matters for Ukrainian journalists, developers, and researchers, and when to expect versions for other platforms.