# Technologies
Reuters analytics: drones have become the main force in the war in Ukraine
Four years after Russia launched a full-scale war against Ukraine, drones have become a key factor in combat operations, significantly influencing the use of armoured vehicles and troop movements on the front lines.
The Ukrainian Ministry of Defence has digitised the accounting and supply of military equipment
The Ministry of Defence of Ukraine has launched a digital logistics management system for accounting and supplying military equipment. The system allows tracking equipment at all stages — from procurement to transfer to military units.
Ukraine may allow investors to build renewable energy networks independently
The Ukrainian Wind Energy Association has proposed granting customers the right to independently implement the construction of electrical networks and substations for connecting renewable energy facilities. According to the association's assessment, this will reduce the time required to connect new capacities.
The Vulcan Centaur rocket launched space surveillance satellites into orbit for the US military.
The Vulcan Centaur rocket made its fourth launch and delivered two GSSAP satellites for the US Space Force into geostationary orbit. The mission launched on 12 February at 4:22 a.m. Eastern Time from Cape Canaveral in Florida.
Ukraine has tested a new laser for destroying drones and aircraft amid a shortage of Western air defence systems
Due to the lack of Western air defence systems, Ukraine is developing its own high-tech solutions, including the Sunray laser system and inexpensive interceptor drones, which have already destroyed hundreds of enemy targets.
Hypersonica conducted the first hypersonic test in Europe and announced its goal for 2029
The Anglo-German company Hypersonica has successfully conducted the first flight test of a hypersonic missile prototype in Norway, reaching speeds of over Mach 6 and a range of more than 300 kilometres.
Musk refocuses SpaceX on the Moon: a city will appear there sooner than on Mars
The founder of SpaceX announced a change in priorities in the company`s space programme, explaining this by technical capabilities and faster rates of exploration of the Moon compared to Mars.
SpaceX resumed Falcon 9 launches after a pause and launched a new batch of Starlink satellites into orbit.
The American company SpaceX has resumed Falcon 9 rocket flights and successfully launched another group of Starlink satellites from California after a brief pause caused by a technical malfunction.
China has announced the creation of a compact microwave weapon capable of disabling Starlink satellites.
Chinese scientists are positioning the new 20-gigawatt development as the world`s first compact microwave system that could seriously disrupt the operation of low-orbit satellites, including Starlink.
Ukrainian demining operators have identified critical needs in terms of equipment and funding
A survey of 19 Ukrainian mine action operators revealed an acute shortage of demining equipment, transport and unmanned aerial vehicles. The results of the study were presented in Kyiv during a specialised workshop attended by international partners.
Verified Starlink terminals are already operational, Russian terminals are blocked
The first Starlink terminals added to the so-called white list have already resumed operation, while Russian users access to the system has been blocked. The verification process is ongoing, and its technical capabilities are gradually being scaled up.
SpaceX acquires xAI: Musk combines space technology and artificial intelligence into a single ecosystem
SpaceX has announced the acquisition of Elon Musk`s startup xAI. According to analysts, the deal creates a vertically integrated technology giant focused on AI, space, and satellite communications.
