Mykhailo Fedorov
Ukraine aims to become one of the top three countries in the world in terms of practical implementation of artificial intelligence by 2030. Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov emphasized the importance of creating beneficial AI that solves real problems.
Mykhailo Fedorov announced a competition for universities to finance 70-80% of the construction of robotic laboratories. This is part of the Brave1 program, for which UAH 2.77 billion has been allocated.
More than 900 centers for studying the subject "Defense of Ukraine" are already functioning in Ukraine, where tactical medicine and drone operation are taught. This was announced by Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov, noting the modern equipment and methodology.
The educational application "Mriya" will remain free for all users, and from October 1, beta testing of the internal currency "mriyky" for schoolchildren will be launched in it. By the end of the year, 2.5-3 thousand schools are planned to be involved in "Mriya", currently there are more than 2 thousand.
Google is investing $1. 5 million in the modernization of the Ukrainian digital educational product "Mriya". The funds will be used for AI integration and platform expansion for schools, kindergartens, and universities.
The eExcise system, which will track the circulation of excisable goods, is entering the final stage of development. A full transition is expected from November 2026, giving businesses 10 months to adapt.
Children of Ukrainian defenders can receive educational assistance for the 2024/2025 academic year through "Diia". Over 13,000 students under 23 years old are eligible for such support.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation and operators are working to expand coverage and improve communication quality. By 2026, all international and national roads will receive high-quality 4G connectivity.
The card is available through the "Diia" application and partner banks, the list of which will soon expand, Mykhailo Fedorov stated.
The Zoom platform has restored access for the education sector in Ukraine's frontline regions. The developer is working to restore access for all users in Zaporizhzhia, Kherson, Dnipropetrovsk, and Kharkiv regions.
The Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine is testing the idea of a paid service in "Diia" for changing passport photos. The cost of the service will be UAH 99, although some users are willing to pay more.
Testing of the e-Notary system has begun in the "Diia" application, which will allow notaries to work with a new electronic ecosystem. The first notarial services for citizens will become available in 2026.
The podcast "Zakryv Round" has been nominated for the "Slushno-2025" award in two categories. Public voting will last until September 5, and the results will be announced on September 30.
Two thousand schools from 24 regions of Ukraine joined the state educational ecosystem "Mriya". The application covered about a million participants in the educational process and continues to expand.
The Cabinet of Ministers of Ukraine has opened the market for training ground and water drone operators, which will allow the state to pay for courses in private schools. This decision is expected to train thousands of specialists by the end of the year to manage the latest technologies on the battlefield and in naval operations.
The Ministry of Digital Transformation announced six new services in the "Diia" application. Among them are an AI assistant, e-notary, e-excise, and "Path of the Wounded."
From October 1, the "Mriya" application will begin beta testing of the internal currency "mriyky" for schoolchildren. Students will be able to earn points for completing tasks and improving academic performance, exchanging them for goods and services.
The Defense Forces of Ukraine showed footage of an FPV drone attack in the Kursk region, as a result of which Lieutenant General Esedulla Abachev, deputy commander of the Russian "Sever" troop group, was injured. The general received severe injuries that led to the amputation of both limbs.
Researchers at the University of Amsterdam modeled a social network with AI-based chatbots. The experiment showed that even platform intervention does not reduce polarization and extreme content.
The company became a partner of the country's main tech conference and will present its AI developments.
Ukraine has become one of the first countries to test Direct to Cell, allowing phones to connect to a satellite to send messages. A smartphone with a 4G SIM or eSIM automatically connects to satellite internet.
Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov announced the possibility of changing surnames through "Diia" by New Year. This is due to the high demand for such a service among citizens.
Parents of first-graders will be able to receive 5000 hryvnias through Diia for school supplies, clothes, and shoes. The funds are provided on the condition of a child's enrollment in the 1st grade and are used within 180 days.
Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov stated that the passport-booklet will never appear in Diia due to the risk of falsification. This is due to the absence of these passports in the register and the possibility of abuse.
Divorce through the "Diia" application will be possible in the autumn, but first, the program will try to convince users to carefully consider this decision. Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov noted that this is an important service during the war.
Ukraine has become one of the first countries in the world where Starlink Direct to Cell technology has started working, allowing direct satellite communication without additional equipment. This technology will allow Ukrainians to stay connected via SMS even without mobile network coverage.
Mykhailo Fedorov promises "super news" for Ukrainians in the field of mobile internet/communication. This news will be significant for the whole world.
The President of Ukraine signed Law No. 4321, which accelerates the development of mobile communications in the country. The document shortens the terms for obtaining land plots for the construction of base stations and consolidates the use of mobile stations.
Ground robots can now automatically detect and destroy enemy drones. This became possible thanks to the integration of the Predator turret with artificial intelligence on NRK TerMIT robots.
On Sunday morning, a technical glitch was recorded in the "Diia" application. Users see the message "Unfortunately, an error occurred" and "No access to registers" when trying to generate a QR code.