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Ukrainians are increasing their use of cash - analysts from KIT Group and ICU explained the reasons

Ukrainians have increased the volume of cash currency savings by $38 billion. Experts advise having a cash reserve for 2-3 months of living and exchanging currency only in reliable places.

Economy • June 12, 02:01 PM • 3486 views
Poroshenko demands new fortifications, but has not yet answered for the billion-dollar embezzlement on the old ones - military

Military "Stalker" accused Poroshenko of cynicism due to calls for the construction of fortifications. He recalled the failed "Wall" project and the theft of billions of hryvnias.

Politics • June 12, 12:46 PM • 2666 views
Drug prices are rising, despite the ban on marketing: monitoring after three months of the pharmaceutical market operating under the new rules

In Ukraine, prices for drugs not included in the Ministry of Health's list have increased by 10-20 UAH after the ban on marketing agreements. The new restrictions do not solve the problem of drug costs for patients.

Economy • June 12, 10:12 AM • 148987 views
The IT Ukraine Association has announced the composition and plans of the newly created AI committee

The IT Ukraine Association has announced the composition of the new AI committee — a platform for companies from various sectors of the Ukrainian economy that are actively implementing artificial intelligence technologies.

Economy • June 11, 04:42 PM • 3175 views
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“Inefficient and non-transparent”: political scientist called for a transparent audit of ARMA's work and personnel changes

The Asset Recovery and Management Agency needs a reboot due to inefficiency. An audit should be the first step towards ARMA reform, says political scientist Vitaliy Kulyk.

Politics • June 11, 01:57 PM • 151881 views
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Complex, laborious, but critically necessary: how Ukraine supports equipment for the front

In the conditions of war, Ukraine solves problems with equipment repair, looking for spare parts abroad and developing import substitution. The lives of military personnel depend on the serviceability of the equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 11, 12:09 PM • 127524 views
Artem Lyashanov discusses how 3RI changes the rules of online payments in 2025

Artem Lyashanov explained how 3RI technology simplifies online payments, increases conversion and meets PSD3 requirements.

Business News • June 11, 12:04 PM • 17984 views
Sleight of hand and no fraud, or how to save the profits of drug manufacturers

The new draft resolution of the Ministry of Health regarding drug marketing benefits only large manufacturers. The declared 20% actually amounts to 3.5%, which is many times less than previous proposals.

Economy • June 11, 11:05 AM • 250546 views
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Without suspicion and interrogation: Zima still heads the legal department of the NBU, despite the open criminal case

Despite the open criminal proceedings, the chief lawyer of the NBU, Oleksandr Zima, was not served with a suspicion notice. Investigative actions are not actually carried out, and the official remains in office.

Economy • June 11, 06:29 AM • 266116 views
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"Gray" absorption: YABLUKA may acquire "Citrus" - the market is in shock

In business circles, the possible absorption of "Citrus" by the "YABLUKA" network is being discussed, which may indicate the dominance of "gray" business. Previously, YABLUKA had already absorbed iStudio and was noticed in schemes to evade VAT payment.

Economy • June 10, 05:49 PM • 71969 views
The ARMA reform is stalled: who is blocking the changes and why it is dangerous

The draft law on the reform of ARMA, which was supposed to put an end to "manual" property management, unexpectedly "stalled" in the Rada. This coincided with a high-profile scandal over corruption in the agency.

Politics • June 10, 04:21 PM • 225878 views
Poroshenko demands missiles for the Armed Forces, but he himself blocked their production - expert

Political expert Hladkykh accused Poroshenko of cynicism for calling for missiles to be provided to the Armed Forces, because during his presidency the country's defense capability declined.

Politics • June 10, 02:32 PM • 4118 views
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russia is buying up soviet engines around the world to leave ukraine without the ability to repair aircraft - military expert

russia is trying to restore its worn-out aircraft fleet by buying up soviet components. ukraine cannot buy them back, western analogues are needed.

War in Ukraine • June 10, 01:21 PM • 58213 views
1100 participants, almost UAH 900,000 in donations: the MHP Run4Victory charity half marathon was held in Ternopil to support the 44th Brigade

The MHP Run4Victory charity half marathon was held in Ternopil to support the 44th Brigade.

Society • June 10, 08:37 AM • 2921 views
"Gray" schemes: how the shadow electronics market destroys honest business

Due to the ignoring of duties and illegal import, "gray" sellers set prices lower. They use schemes with sole proprietors, avoid taxes, and deprive buyers of guarantees.

Economy • June 9, 04:20 PM • 3523 views
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The automated system for accounting for mobile devices has brought 6 billion UAH to the budget in five years

The automated system for accounting for mobile devices has brought over 6 billion UAH to the state budget in 5 years. The Ukrainian State Centre of Radio Frequencies emphasizes the need to restore a full-fledged accounting mechanism.

Economy • June 9, 03:58 PM • 84615 views
Childhood on the football field: Favbet Foundation Cup tournament held in Kyiv

In June, Kyiv hosted a large-scale children's tournament Favbet Foundation Cup. Eight teams took part in the competition, the event was organized with the assistance of the Department of Youth and Sports.

Society • June 9, 03:43 PM • 3399 views
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Alcohol, violations, contempt of court: the driving history of the scandalous MP Serhiy Kuzminykh

Serhiy Kuzminykh systematically violated traffic rules, driving drunk and without a license, for which he was fined. He also ignored court hearings and drank alcohol in a public place.

Politics • June 9, 01:35 PM • 123304 views
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Marketing ban did not stop price increases, regulation of producers is needed - MP

Marketing ban did not stop price increases, regulation of producers is needed, says MP.

Economy • June 9, 01:15 PM • 114015 views
International members of the commission for the selection of the BEB director do not consider the candidates' connections with the Russian Federation to be a problem

The commission for the election of the BEB director will continue the competition, despite requests to check the candidates' possible connections with the Russian Federation. Foreign members of the commission do not consider this a problem.

Politics • June 8, 01:45 PM • 3801 views
The court has reopened the case of smuggler Alperin, in which the sister of the scandalous top official of NABU, Oleksandr Skomarov, is involved

The Supreme Court has resumed consideration of the case of smuggler Alperin, in which Oleksandr Skomarov's sister from NABU is involved. Skomarov is applying for the position of director of the BEB.

Politics • June 8, 07:29 AM • 10419 views
Family conflict of interest. The father of NABU top official Skomarov has a Russian passport, and his sister was involved in the case of the "king of contraband"

Family conflict of interest. The father of NABU top official Skomarov has a Russian passport, and his sister was involved in the case of the "king of contraband".

Politics • June 7, 08:32 AM • 3921 views
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Replacing Soviet components: Ukraine faces legal and technical barriers in the field of military equipment and aviation repair

Ukraine is facing problems with the purchase of spare parts for Soviet equipment due to certification barriers and restrictions. Imports from the Russian Federation are prohibited, which complicates the maintenance of military equipment.

War in Ukraine • June 6, 06:07 PM • 116123 views
40+ experts, 500+ participants and endless insights: how MRKTNG MRTHN 2025 went

More than 40 experts – representatives of leading brands and agencies – gathered on one stage to talk about the main thing: how to retain consumer attention in the face of information overload, how to extract real insights from the context and turn them into working strategies.

Business News • June 6, 04:36 PM • 22139 views
Bullseye: why ARMA head Duma is afraid of reform and attacks journalists, not schemes

Head of ARMA Olena Duma reacted to the investigation into the possible non-transparent transfer of seized property, but did not refute the key facts. The situation confirms the need for ARMA reform.

Politics • June 6, 02:47 PM • 202050 views
International web? Who is behind the iStore network, which is suspected of illegal trade in equipment?

The iStore chain of stores may have been part of a large-scale system for selling equipment with violations. It is backed by a network of companies associated with Oleh Illyenko.

Economy • June 6, 01:27 PM • 235850 views
Law enforcement officers should check Poroshenko's companies, through which agricultural land has become inaccessible to millions of Ukrainians - expert

Mass purchase of agricultural land by Poroshenko's companies makes it impossible for millions of Ukrainians to access it. The expert called on law enforcement to investigate the abuses.

Economy • June 6, 12:20 PM • 4084 views
NABU Detective Unit Head and BEB Director Candidate Skomarov Concealed Russian Citizenship of Father Who Has Business in "LPR"

Oleksandr Skomarov's father, head of the NABU detective unit, obtained Russian citizenship in 2024. Also, in the Unified Register of Taxpayers, you can get information that the man is registered with the FPS of the Russian Federation.

Politics • June 6, 06:00 AM • 3017 views
Instead of lowering prices - growth of manufacturers' profits: three months without marketing in the pharmaceutical market

The ban on marketing agreements between pharmacies and drug manufacturers did not have the expected effect. Prices did not decrease, and only pharmaceutical plants benefited, the situation looks like lobbying for the interests of companies.

Economy • June 5, 03:55 PM • 120113 views
Shadow economy in Ukraine: the state loses up to 900 billion hryvnias annually – Hetmantsev

The shadow economy in Ukraine reaches 50% of the market, which leads to budget losses of 800-900 billion hryvnias. The most profitable sectors are tobacco, alcohol, gadgets, the agricultural sector and the gambling business.

Economy • June 5, 03:22 PM • 96069 views