Mykhailo Fedorov

The Brave1 platform has 3,000 registered companies, 99% of which were established after 2022. The platform provides grants and expertise for the development of defense technologies, including missiles and ammunition.

Mykhailo Fedorov announced the completion of the beta test of the National Cashback in Diia. Over UAH 73 million has been credited to Ukrainians, cashback is available for 260+ thousand products, and the service is being launched in full.

The World Bank Board of Directors has approved the establishment of a Financial Intermediary Fund for Ukraine. The Fund will receive funds from the United States, Japan, and Canada.

Lifecell and Datagroup-Volia will receive $435 million from European partners to restore the telecommunications sector. The funds will be used to purchase equipment to expand Internet coverage and improve mobile communications.

President Zelenskyy held a meeting with the leadership to discuss the supply of weapons and equipment to the army. Priorities for the defense industry for the next year have been identified, including missiles, drones, and shells.

Ukraine's Brave1 cluster has signed an agreement with the Danish Defense Center to cooperate in defense technology. The Defense Tech Valley summit brought together more than 1,300 participants, with investments of up to $50 million expected by the end of the year.

Mykhailo Fedorov said that Ukraine is developing a solution to Russia's new air defense lines that identify Ukrainian maritime drones. This creates new opportunities for defense technology startups.

Deputy Prime Minister Mykhailo Fedorov said that Ukraine has startups that can quickly change the situation on the battlefield. He emphasized the need for financial support for these innovative projects.

Ukraine started providing grants for missile development in 2024. In 2025, grants are planned for powder factories, which should stimulate investment in the defense industry.

Ukraine has launched uResidency, an international digital product for registering a business by foreigners without a physical presence. The program is available for 4 countries and offers a 5% tax and automatic reporting.

Defense Minister Rustem Umerov said that the issue of replacing Kyrylo Budanov as head of the DIU is not currently being discussed. This refutes rumors about the possible appointment of Oleh Ivashchenko to this position.

Lukas Ilves, a former CIO of the Estonian government, has been appointed as an advisor to the Minister of Digital Transformation of Ukraine. He will work on AI implementation and digital reforms.

Positive decisions worth almost UAH 10 billion have been made in Kyiv region as part of the three stages of the eRestoration program. More than 15.8 thousand applications for the repair, purchase and construction of housing for victims of Russian aggression were approved.

The Cabinet of Ministers has authorized the establishment of certified private schools for training UAV operators. To obtain a license, schools must have 3+ drones, certified instructors, and training programs.

95% of National Cashback users can already see their accrued funds in Diia. 1.6 million Ukrainians have opened cards, 235 thousand products participate, 1234 manufacturers have joined the program.

Prime Minister Shmyhal announced a significant increase in weapons production in Ukraine. Every second ammunition in the combat zone is Ukrainian, and 1.5 million drones are to be produced by the end of the year.

Ukrainians submitted more than a million proposals through the Diia app in three weeks. The online marriage function has become popular not only for long-distance couples but also for different life situations.

The Ministry of Digital Transformation refused to comment on reports of Mykhailo Fedorov's possible appointment as Defense Minister. There was also information about the possible replacement of Kyrylo Budanov as the head of the DIU.

Soldiers of the 25th Airborne Brigade used the Ratel S robot to eliminate more than 10 Russian soldiers in a tunnel near Novohrodivka. Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov said that Ratel S has been successfully operating at the front for over a year.

In two years, foreigners have generated more than 20,000 electronic residence permits through Diia. The government has confirmed the success of the project, and e-residency permits are now used on a regular basis.

The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine plans to introduce artificial intelligence into the work of the state. Mykhailo Fedorov said that AI and automation are a priority for the ministry.

The Ministry of Digital Transformation plans to launch e-residency in a few days. This will allow foreign entrepreneurs to open online businesses in Ukraine and pay taxes, creating a new ecosystem for competition in the IT arena.

Ukraine has made progress in the production of drones, but the area of robotic platforms remains underdeveloped. Fedorov noted the need to solve problems with electronic warfare, the fight against the Shahed, and the protection of the sky.

The eRestoration certificate can now be used for the down payment under the eHouse program through Diia. This will allow Ukrainians who have lost their homes due to the war to get a mortgage at a reduced rate of 3% or 7%.

The Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine and Netpeak Group have launched a free course “From Beginner to Expert in AI”. The course teaches how to use AI to create texts, images, and solve problems based on real-life cases.

Starting in 2027, high school students in Ukraine will be able to choose their own educational trajectory by choosing their major and subjects. The reform envisages academic and professional areas of study, with a pilot launch to take place in 2025.

During the three weeks of beta testing of the National Cashback program, Ukrainians received UAH 23. 6 million. 1.6 million cards were issued, 10 banks became partners, and 1137 manufacturers joined the program.

The President of Ukraine chaired a meeting of the Security Council to discuss the defense of the energy sector, the production of missiles and drones, and the situation at the front. They reviewed the engineering protection of facilities and expectations for Patriot systems.

At the request of the Ministry of Digital Transformation, Google Play blocked 19 online casino applications, and the App Store blocked 12. Fedorov called on citizens to report any illegal casino apps they find.

Ukrainians are actively using the online service of applying for marriage through the Diia portal. The Minister of Digital Transformation announced the launch of an online video marriage option.