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Mykhailo Fedorov

First Vice Prime Minister, Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine.
Mykhailo Albertovych Fedorov was born on January 21, 1991, in the city of Vasylivka, Zaporizhzhia Oblast. He received higher education at Zaporizhzhia National University with a degree in sociology and management, and also studied at the "Higher Political School" and Yale School of Management. He began his career as a student mayor of Zaporizhzhia, founded the digital agency SMMSTUDIO, and later headed the digital direction of the election campaign of the President of Ukraine in 2019. Since August 2019, he has held the position of Vice Prime Minister — Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, and since July 2025, he has been the First Vice Prime Minister - Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, also responsible for innovation, education, science, and technology.
2012
Elected student mayor of Zaporizhzhia and implemented a number of social projects for youth
2019
Led the digital direction of the election campaign of the President of Ukraine
2019
Appointed to the position of Vice Prime Minister - Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine
2020
Launched the mobile application and unified portal of public services "Diia"
2020
Launched the national online platform for digital literacy "Diia.Digital Education"
2022
Officially launched the special legal regime for the IT industry "Diia.City"
2022
Launched the "ePidtrymka" program, which allowed millions of Ukrainians to receive state aid and support the army
2023
Expanded powers to develop innovation, education, science, and technology
2024
Launched e-residency for citizens of Slovenia, India, Pakistan, and Thailand
2025
Introduced the state AI agent "Diia.AI" on the "Diia" portal for consultations and services
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77% of Ukrainians have a negative attitude toward Fedorov’s exemption from mobilization, and see signs of corruption in his business dealings with Palantir — studyPhoto

A survey showed Ukrainians’ critical attitude toward Mykhailo Fedorov’s exemption from mobilization and his decisions. 82.3% consider them harmful to Ukraine.

Politics • September 23, 03:40 PM • 9916 views
The budget does not have enough money for payments to military personnel through the end of the year because, on Fedorov's orders, the Ministry of Defense spent it at the beginning of the year

Part of the funding for the fourth quarter was used earlier, said Member of Parliament Mykhailo Tsymbaliuk. The Cabinet of Ministers must urgently amend the state budget.

Politics • September 17, 12:42 PM • 17785 views
Under Fedorov, a position was created and a reservation was arranged within a day, while his salary and trips are paid for with donations, says the foundation's president

Fedorov was hired as an adviser to the foundation without a competition, with a position created for him, and the next day he was submitted for reservation. The Temporary Investigative Commission appealed to the NACP.

Society • September 15, 07:50 AM • 28302 views
Payments under the ePoints program are delayed: the Ministry of Defense named the reasons and assured that the debts will be paid off

The ePoints program is in effect, and funding is предусмотрено through the end of 2026. The Ministry of Defense explained the delays as being due to refinancing procedures and promised payments to manufacturers.

War in Ukraine • September 12, 12:24 PM • 8452 views
Canada will allocate $253 million for American air defense interceptors for Ukraine

Canada will finance the purchase of American interceptor missiles for Ukraine through the JUMPSTART mechanism. The type and delivery timeline have not yet been disclosed.

War in Ukraine • September 10, 06:45 PM • 4708 views
Ministries headed by Fedorov were partners in $330 million worth of programs for years, while the foundation where he was given a reserved position was the implementer

The East Europe Foundation cooperated with Fedorov’s agencies in at least eight donor programs. After his dismissal, he joined the foundation and received a reservation from mobilization.

Politics • September 9, 10:39 AM • 8974 views
Mykhailo Fedorov obtained a deferment from military service four days after his dismissal — the TCC's official response was publishedPhoto

Mykhailo Fedorov obtained a deferment from military service four days after his dismissal — the TCC's official response was published.

Politics • September 1, 11:59 AM • 28609 views
"Italy ‘recruits’ Fedorov" — Italy’s top media outlets ran headlines about the former defense minister beginning work for another countryPhoto

Mykhailo Fedorov will advise Italy’s defense minister pro bono on drones and air defense. In Ukraine, there are concerns about a leak of military technologies.

Politics • August 31, 02:21 PM • 8847 views
Fedorov became an adviser to Italy’s Minister of Defense

Former Ukrainian Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov became an adviser to Guido Crosetto on defense innovation. They discussed drones and air defense.

Politics • August 28, 05:27 PM • 8667 views
The protests began as a fight for justice but ended up nearly becoming part of Fedorov's new political project, an expert says.

The protests began as a fight for justice but ended up nearly becoming part of Fedorov's new political project, the expert says.

Society • August 28, 08:36 AM • 17378 views
“He himself helped build the system he criticizes and was part of it for many years” — materials from the world’s leading media outlets about FedorovPhoto

The world’s media outlets report that Mykhailo Fedorov’s call to hold elections during the war divided the protests calling for his return to the Ministry of Defense. Some of the protesters distanced themselves from him.

Politics • August 25, 02:44 PM • 7399 views
Prytula sharply condemned the rude political slogans of Fedorov’s supporters: “This is a verdict against themselves!”

Serhii Prytula called the offensive slogans targeting Yevhen Khmara a devaluation of the military’s merits. He urged people not to be rude to combat officers.

Politics • August 20, 03:51 PM • 4894 views
MP Honcharenko found that Mykhailo Fedorov had a deferment from service in the Armed Forces of Ukraine

MP Honcharenko found that Mykhailo Fedorov had a deferment from service in the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

Politics • August 20, 11:10 AM • 13867 views
"It was worth it": one of the co-organizers of the protests in support of Fedorov announced their end

Dmytro Koziatynskyi, the organizer of the rallies in support of Fedorov, announced their end and called the change of the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine the result. He called for reforms and dialogue.

Society • August 19, 08:59 PM • 53759 views
"Elections during the war will tear the country apart from within" — politicians and activists reacted to Mykhailo Fedorov's statement

Members of parliament and activists criticized the idea of holding elections during the war. They said that the campaign could divide society and weaken Ukraine.

Politics • August 19, 10:31 AM • 5281 views
Defense Committee unanimously supported Khmara for the position of Defense Minister - MP

The Verkhovna Rada Committee supported the candidacy of Yevhenii Khmara for the position of Defense Minister. The decision was approved by all 15 members present.

Politics • August 19, 07:09 AM • 3739 views
"I don't understand what Fedorov's position is. He needs to make up his mind!" said "Tavr," an Azov soldier and veteran of the Russian-Ukrainian war

Bohdan Krotevych said that he had not heard the former defense minister's position on the protests. He believes that Fedorov needs to make up his mind, as his statements are contradictory.

Society • August 13, 09:12 AM • 29447 views
Law enforcement officers are investigating the possible involvement of former Defense Minister Fedorov’s adviser in the procurement of drones at inflated prices

Investigators are examining the involvement of former Defense Minister Giorgi Tskhakaya’s adviser in concluding drone contracts at inflated prices.

War in Ukraine • August 11, 02:18 PM • 5618 views
Zelenskyy, Zaluzhnyi and Fedorov lead in Ukrainians’ electoral preferences — pollPhoto

According to a poll by the Rating Group conducted on August 5–6, Zelenskyy has 25. 2% support, Zaluzhnyi — 16.7%, and Fedorov — 12.5%. They are followed by Budanov, Poroshenko and Razumkov.

Politics • August 8, 04:31 AM • 5265 views
Poll shows whom Zelenskyy would lose to in the second round of the presidential election

According to a Socis poll, in the second round Zelenskyy would receive 33. 8% compared with Zaluzhnyi's 66.2%. He would also lose to Budanov and Fedorov.

Society • August 7, 12:16 AM • 15205 views
Fedorov stated that he will not go into political opposition to Zelenskyy during the war - NYT

Former Defense Minister Mykhailo Fedorov will not join street actions in his support, but does not condemn the protesters. He does not plan to go into opposition to Zelenskyy during the war.

War in Ukraine • August 2, 05:03 AM • 36101 views
Zelenskyy updates the composition of the NSDC: Fedorov and Syrskyi "made way" for Khmara and Drapatyi

President Zelenskyy introduced Serhiy Koretskyi, Mykhailo Drapatyi, and Yevhenii Khmara to the NSDC. Yuliia Svyrydenko, Oleksandr Syrskyi, and Mykhailo Fedorov were removed from the composition.

Politics • July 31, 04:36 PM • 4305 views
"I don't need to figure out who is right and who is wrong" - Zelenskyy on the conflict between Syrskyi and Fedorov

The President of Ukraine dismissed the Minister of Defense and the Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 09:10 AM • 5525 views
Long-range strikes on Russia are a joint effort, not the merit of one person - Zelenskyy in an interview with CNN

President Zelenskyy stated that he respects both Fedorov and Syrskyi, but the missions of "deep strikes" on Russia are the result of the joint efforts of the secret service, intelligence, and soldiers.

War in Ukraine • July 27, 04:17 AM • 29603 views
Italy's Defense Minister offered Fedorov to become his advisor

Guido Crosetto called Mykhailo Fedorov after his dismissal and offered him to work as an advisor in Rome. The Italian minister highly appreciated Fedorov's contribution to the development of military technologies.

Politics • July 25, 09:48 AM • 14462 views
Zelenskyy proposed Fedorov the position of Deputy Prime Minister for Military Innovations

President Zelenskyy proposed to former Defense Minister Fedorov the position of Deputy Prime Minister for Military Innovations. The position involves coordination with the Ministry of Defense, the Commander-in-Chief, and the General Staff.

War in Ukraine • July 23, 11:36 AM • 7761 views
Ex-Minister of Defense Fedorov may run for President of Ukraine - The Times

Mykhailo Fedorov, dismissed from the post of Minister of Defense due to disagreements with Syrskyi, has received offers from Palantir. According to opinion polls, more Ukrainians trust him than Zelenskyy.

Society • July 22, 02:48 PM • 8902 views
"This is new air and new hope": Fedorov congratulated Drapatyi on his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine

Former Minister of Defense Mykhailo Fedorov congratulated Mykhailo Drapatyi on his appointment as Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces of Ukraine, calling it new air and hope. He also thanked former Commander-in-Chief Syrskyi for the defense of Kyiv region and the Kharkiv operation.

War in Ukraine • July 21, 09:19 PM • 49592 views
The OP stated that Zelenskyy and Fedorov will continue negotiations

Advisor to the head of state Dmytro Lytvyn reported that President Zelenskyy and Mykhailo Fedorov will likely continue negotiations. Earlier Zelenskyy offered Fedorov a position in the government.

Society • July 21, 08:13 PM • 12288 views
Zelenskyy offered Fedorov a "worthy position in the government"

President Zelenskyy offered Mykhailo Fedorov a position that will unite the technological component of the state. People's Deputy Zheleznyak suggests that this could be a Deputy Prime Minister for military tech or an Advisor to the President.

Politics • July 21, 08:00 PM • 5580 views