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Favbet Tech at 2U Tech Forum: Key insights from the conference on AI and innovation

The 2U Tech Forum took place in Kyiv, where the future of AI and digital transformations were discussed. Favbet Tech took part in a panel discussion on the development of AI in Ukraine.

Economy • April 23, 09:49 AM • 6062 views
"These are anti-Ukrainian actions": scientists on the threat to agricultural science and food security of the country from the State Property Fund

The seizure of land from the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences may destroy the scientific system, deprive farmers of support and threaten food security. Ukraine risks losing control over the seed fund.

Economy • April 23, 09:13 AM • 4608 views
20 YEARS of ProAgro Events: a success story that is changing agribusiness

ProAgro Events celebrates its 20th anniversary, becoming a key platform for agribusiness. You are invited to the celebration with JAMALA and the Eclectic Sound Orchestra.

Business News • April 23, 07:50 AM • 8555 views
"When energy means security." How Ukrainian company RSE is creating autonomous energy during the war

Interview with Andriy Hrinenko, founder of RSE s. r.o.

Economy • April 23, 06:22 AM • 72650 views
The share of counterfeit pesticides is high and stable — at the level of 20-25%

The use of counterfeit pesticides threatens the environment, human health and leads to the death of bees.

Economy • April 23, 06:05 AM • 2928 views
Dubious motives: why is ARMA head Duma blocking the reform of the agency?

Olena Duma is resisting ARMA reform, which is intended to improve transparency. Radina accuses her of spreading false information and not wanting to lose control over assets.

Politics • April 22, 02:43 PM • 82010 views
NABUgate: Kyiv lawyers Borzykh challenged NABU Kryvonos, outplaying them at their own game

Kyiv lawyers led by Dmytro Borzykh challenged NABU, using analytics and knowledge of the system. NABU initiated a case against the lawyers, conducting searches and wiretapping.

Politics • April 22, 01:40 PM • 147382 views
The military named the kamikaze drone "Alyosha" in honor of Poroshenko's son, who is hiding from conscription in London

The military raised funds for the return of Poroshenko's son, Oleksiy, but he did not want to return. Therefore, the kamikaze drone was ironically named "Alyosha".

Society • April 22, 12:34 PM • 7708 views
Viral seedlings made in Europe: why Ukrainian farmers are losing crops and money

The withdrawal of land from scientific institutions of the National Academy of Agrarian Sciences may lead to a shortage of high-quality seedlings, higher prices for products and dependence on imports, which are often viral.

Economy • April 22, 12:23 PM • 93441 views
AB InBev Efes Ukraine participated in the Business Wisdom Summit 2025

The Financial Director of AB InBev Efes Ukraine participated in the Business Wisdom Summit 2025. They discussed issues of interaction with the financial sector, risk management and the sustainability of the corporate sector.

Business News • April 22, 11:54 AM • 8498 views
A charity marathon MHP Run4Victory in support of "Khartia" will be held in Kyiv

An opportunity to unite around a common goal: another charity marathon MHP Run4Victory will take place in May.

Society • April 22, 10:51 AM • 13445 views
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The Rada demands that the NACP check Vasylchenko, the head of the Supervisory Board of "Derzhzembank", for a conflict of interest

The Agrarian Committee of the Rada demands that the NACP check Vasylchenko, the head of the Supervisory Board of "Derzhzembank". He is suspected of a conflict of interest due to holding multiple positions.

Politics • April 22, 09:55 AM • 110215 views
Millionaire with a criminal case. The chief lawyer of the NBU received more than UAH 6 million in 2024 in salary alone

The director of the Legal Department of the NBU, Oleksandr Zima, received more than UAH 6 million in salary in 2024, while having a criminal case. He is suspected of abuse of power, which led to serious consequences.

Crimes and emergencies • April 22, 09:15 AM • 5759 views
Mykhailo Poplavsky celebrates 32 years of rectorship: what reforms he has implemented

Professors and students congratulated Mykhailo Poplavskyi on his 32nd anniversary as rector of the University of Culture.

Culture • April 22, 07:44 AM • 9138 views
Attempt #2: ARMA announced a new competition for selecting a manager for the Gulliver Shopping Mall

ARMA has re-announced the competition for selecting a manager for the Gulliver Shopping Mall. The minimum income must be over 17 million UAH, over 70% of the profit will go to the budget; the previous competition rejected all candidates due to checks.

Politics • April 21, 04:21 PM • 8232 views
"They are passionate about their work": expert on the threat of destruction of Ukrainian science due to the seizure of NAAS lands

The seizure of NAAS lands threatens the destruction of agricultural breeding in Ukraine. This can lead to the loss of many years of scientific work and the need to buy expensive technologies abroad.

Politics • April 21, 03:15 PM • 142012 views
Apple in the shadows: how the grey market for electronics hits the budgets of Ukraine, the EU, and the US

The grey market for gadgets in Ukraine caused losses of UAH 5. 5 billion in VAT, the share of grey Apple reaches 71%. The problem is global: the EU and the US are also fighting smuggling and billions in losses from grey imports.

Economy • April 21, 02:13 PM • 94520 views
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In the Rada, they are against the transfer of NAAS land to the State Property Fund, as this will lead to the undermining of food and economic security

The Agrarian Committee of the Rada called on the Cabinet of Ministers not to withdraw state lands of NAAS in favor of the State Property Fund. MPs are convinced that this threatens the loss of domestic selection, scientific schools, jobs, and food security.

Economy • April 21, 01:37 PM • 86592 views
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The Rada demands an audit of state lands transferred to the State Property Fund for further lease

The Rada Committee demands a detailed analysis of the SPFU state lands transferred for sublease. MPs suspect violations of legislation during the transfer, including not taking into account the type of land.

Politics • April 21, 01:11 PM • 43221 views
#unreadable_poems: a flashmob is underway on social media in support of little-known poems by executed poets

A flashmob #unreadable_poems is ongoing on social media, which revives the poetry of the Executed Renaissance. Thousands of Ukrainians are recording and sharing poems by repressed authors, bringing them back into culture.

Society • April 21, 06:36 AM • 5623 views
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A week of tension and inner strength: horoscope for all zodiac signs for April 22-28

The tense week of April 22-28 under the influence of the Grand Cross and the New Moon in Taurus brings risks of conflicts. However, planetary aspects also provide chances to find inner support and order in finances.

Society • April 21, 05:47 AM • 70173 views
Technology powering Ukraine. How RSE became a symbol of energy independence during the war

How RSE became a symbol of energy independence during the war.

Economy • April 19, 08:45 AM • 63967 views
Ukraine presents the latest naval drones and "Trident" laser weapon

The Unmanned Systems Forces of the Armed Forces of Ukraine presented the "Trident" laser weapon, which shoots down drones, and the latest naval drones, including the "Alligator-9" strike drone with a range of 800 km.

War in Ukraine • April 18, 10:31 AM • 17123 views
MP Solomchuk: State Property Fund decided to destroy the remnants of agricultural science in Ukraine

The Verkhovna Rada Committee took control of the transfer of NAAS lands to the State Property Fund. MP Solomchuk announced an attempt to destroy agricultural science, criticizing the Fund's initiative.

Economy • April 18, 10:27 AM • 6764 views
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The European Business Association calls on the authorities to strengthen the fight against "gray" imports of equipment

The European Business Association calls on the authorities to strengthen the fight against "gray" imports of equipment, as this leads to losses for businesses, the state, and consumers. The smartphone market is particularly affected.

Economy • April 18, 08:50 AM • 120532 views
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The Ombudsman will consider the complaint of the head of the anti-corruption committee against ARMA for concealing information

Dmytro Lubinets confirmed receiving an appeal from Anastasia Radina regarding ARMA's restriction of access to information. The issue of initiating proceedings in the case is being resolved.

Politics • April 18, 08:41 AM • 96684 views
Scandals are becoming more and more frequent, and successes are imperceptible even under a microscope – an expert spoke about the 10 anti-achievements of NABU in 10 years

An expert spoke about the anti-achievements of NABU in 10 years. The cost of maintenance exceeds the returned funds many times over, the management is involved in scandals, and the trust of Ukrainians is lost.

Politics • April 17, 03:39 PM • 9832 views
The head of the anti-corruption committee accused the head of ARMA of lying and manipulation

The Head of the Verkhovna Rada Anti-Corruption Committee, Anastasia Radina, accused Olena Duma of lying and manipulating regarding the reform of ARMA. Radina refuted Duma's statements and cited facts of the agency's inefficient work.

Politics • April 17, 03:31 PM • 9690 views
The ARMA asset register is still empty. Duma reports that they worked titanically and everything will be fine

The register of arrested assets of ARMA is still not filled. The head of the Agency, Olena Duma, stated that the updated system will be operational in 2025, justifying the performance of "titanic work".

Politics • April 17, 02:32 PM • 8314 views
The gene pool under the bulldozer: why Ukraine may lose decades of breeding work in animal husbandry?

The SPFU is trying to seize 135 thousand hectares of land from the NAAS. This could lead to the loss of livestock and the destruction of the system of breeding livestock.

Economy • April 17, 01:35 PM • 117284 views