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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.
Apple is testing 45W MagSafe chargers that support Qi2. The new hardware may debut with the iPhone 17, which is expected to be unveiled in the fall of 2025.
Ukraine can strengthen the fight against "gray" electronics through international digital tools.
Apple and Samsung warn against using phones in high temperatures, as this can shorten battery life. To avoid overheating, it is advised not to leave devices in the sun.
Apple has appealed against the European Commission's requirements to disclose user data to third-party developers under the DMA. The company believes that this violates privacy and restricts innovation.
Millions of tons of electronic waste are generated worldwide every year, most of which is not recycled. The situation in Ukraine is worsened by the "gray" market, which blocks the creation of a transparent e-waste disposal system.
A new investigation by UNN examines the eStore, iPeople, and Appleroom networks, which are suspected of trading in counterfeit equipment. Facts of tax evasion and the absence of necessary labeling have been discovered.
UNN has already written about two large networks that are suspected of shadow business - “Yabko” and “Yabluka”. This time we decided to turn our attention to the Stylus network.
Gold prices fell after Trump delayed the introduction of 50% duties on European goods. Interest in gold as a safe asset has decreased.
Gabe Newell is developing a chip that will more closely connect the brain to a computer. Starfish plans to release the brain chip in late 2025.
The UNN experiment showed that most of the equipment does not have signs of official import. It is important to pay attention to markings in order to maintain transparency and avoid the gray market.
Donald Trump said that Apple must manufacture iPhones in the USA, otherwise the company will pay a 25% duty. Apple is expanding production in India, reducing dependence on China.
The Yabluka network has repeatedly come to the attention of law enforcement agencies due to possible trade in "gray" equipment. The owner of the network, Artur Gatunok, is involved in court cases regarding violations.
The State Tax Service of Ukraine reported an increase in revenues from transnational corporations paying VAT for electronic services to over 3. 5 billion UAH in the first quarter of 2025.
According to journalist Plinsky, 5,440 Apple gadgets are smuggled into Ukraine every day. Due to non-payment of VAT, the state lost UAH 1.8 billion in the first quarter of 2025 alone.
In April, smartphone exports from China to the US fell by 72%, reaching a minimum since 2011. The reason is the customs policy of the US and the transfer of Apple's production to India.
A video survey showed that the price of equipment, as well as its originality and official supply, are important for Ukrainians. Many are ready to support the official market for the sake of reliability.
A Russian court has fined Apple 7. 5 million rubles for allegedly "promoting LGBT." Three protocols were drawn up against the company, each of which was fined 2.5 million rubles.
Xiaomi presents the YU7 electric SUV, a competitor to the Tesla Model Y, and the Xring O1 mobile chip. The company plans to invest $7 billion in chip development over 10 years.
The expert emphasizes the significant volumes of "gray" imports of electronics, in particular smartphones and household appliances. Effective customs operation is the key to minimizing the illegal market.
Apple is working on a complete redesign of LLM Siri to catch up with competitors in the field of AI. The company is changing its approach and investing in a new architecture for a more plausible and informative assistant.
Donald Trump has expressed dissatisfaction with Apple's plans to expand production in India. He called on the company to increase investment and production in the United States.
International experts note a decrease in illegal electronics supplies due to supply chain transparency and digital control. The role of law enforcement agencies is important in Ukraine.
Apple is working with Synchron on technology to control the iPhone via neural signals read by brain implants. This will provide access to devices for people with disabilities.
Android 16 will offer a new Material 3 Expressive design, reminiscent of iOS, and security features. Updates will include icon customization, improved notifications, and Auracast.
President of Ukraine Volodymyr Zelenskyy heard the report of the head of the State Tax Service Ruslan Kravchenko on combating shadow schemes. He emphasized the positive results and ensuring financial stability.
Consumers in Ukraine are increasingly concerned about the quality of equipment due to the growth of "gray" imports. Experts advise carefully checking purchases and sellers to avoid fakes.
Samsung Announces Galaxy S25 Edge with 5. 8mm Thickness, Titanium Body, and Snapdragon 8 Elite. 200MP Dual Camera and 3900mAh Battery with Galaxy AI.
Apple is considering raising prices on new iPhones in an effort to avoid being tied to US tariffs on China. Production remains in China, despite increasing capacity in India.
More than 400 artists, including famous musicians, have called on the UK government to change copyright laws due to the threat from AI. They are asking to protect the rights of artists from the influence of big technology.