# Technologies
Sweden wants to ban social media for children under the age of 15
Sweden may join the ranks of countries that restrict children’s access to social media. A government commission is proposing to introduce a minimum age of 15 for using social media, and the relevant legislation could come into force as early as 1 January 2028.
Shares at $135: SpaceX is preparing a major public offering under an unconventional procedure
The aerospace company SpaceX plans to offer 555.6 million shares for sale at a price of $135 per share.
Google has topped the ranking of the world's most valuable brands, ahead of Apple
The combined value of the world’s 100 most valuable brands has reached a record $13.1 trillion, thanks to the rapid development of artificial intelligence.
Ukraine is already testing humanoid robots on the front line
The American company Foundation Future Industries is working on the development of autonomous humanoid robots for industrial and military applications. The first prototypes are already being tested in Ukraine as part of projects involving logistics in hazardous areas.
The Ukrainian Armed Forces are deploying swarms of drones and stepping up their use of robotic systems in the war against Russia
Ukrainian forces are increasingly using drones and ground-based robotic systems to strike Russian targets and carry out combat missions on the front line. These new technologies make it possible to conduct operations without the direct involvement of troops on the front line and to reduce personnel casualties.
Russian Starlink is already in orbit: Flash has assessed the threat to Ukraine
Russia is testing its own version of Starlink – the ‘Bureau 1440’ project featuring ‘Rassvet’ satellites. Sergei Beskrestnov, an adviser to the Minister of Defence known as Flash, stated that 16 satellites are already in orbit, but Russia needs at least 200–250 satellites for stable data transmission.
Ukraine and Denmark discussed a missile defence project and the procurement of drones
Ukraine and Denmark discussed expanding defence cooperation, which includes the procurement of Ukrainian drones, the development of air defence capabilities and support for missile programmes
A Blue Origin rocket exploded during testing at a launch site in Florida
During tests in Florida, a rocket belonging to Blue Origin, the company owned by businessman Jeff Bezos, exploded right on the launch pad.
Global spending on AI is set to exceed $2 trillion this year
Global spending on artificial intelligence is set to rise by 47% by the end of 2026, reaching $2.6 trillion.
Ground-based drones for the Ukrainian Armed Forces exempt from VAT: Parliament passes law
The Verkhovna Rada has passed Bill No. 15259, which exempts the supply of ground-based robotic systems to the Defence Forces from VAT. The bill was passed by 294 MPs.
Uklon is preparing to launch robotaxis in Ukraine: the vehicles are already being tested at Boryspil Airport
Uklon has begun testing remote vehicle control technology at Boryspil Airport. The project is intended to pave the way for the launch of autonomous vehicles and robotaxis in Ukraine.
North Korea has tested AI-powered missiles for the first time
On 27 May, North Korea conducted a series of tests of new weapons — tactical ballistic missiles, rocket artillery and cruise missiles equipped with an artificial intelligence-based guidance system.
