# Technologies
UAH 8 million for drones and robots: Ukraine launches project to fight wildfires
Ukraine is launching a grant program for developers of firefighting drones and robotic systems. Participants will be able to receive up to 8 million UAH to create technologies capable of extinguishing fires in dangerous and hard-to-reach areas.
Communication during blackouts will improve - Government
The government adopted a resolution that provides a clear algorithm for cooperation between communities and operators.
A virus has been detected that controls Android through accessibility features and bypasses messenger protections
Cybersecurity experts warn about the emergence of a new virus for Android smartphones. The malicious software can spy on device owners, intercept screens of banking applications, and read messages even in secure messengers.
Meta has discontinued research that proved the negative impact of Facebook on mental health
Meta has discontinued internal research on the impact of Facebook on mental health after interim results showed a deterioration in users' emotional well-being.
Busworld 2025 showcased the future of transportation: greening, China, and new challenges for Ukraine
The global passenger transport market is experiencing the most significant transformation in decades. The shift away from diesel transport, the rise of Asian competition, and climate goals are changing the approach to transportation worldwide — and this will directly impact the Ukrainian transport sector.
The body produces insulin again: a new method offers hope to patients with type 1 diabetes
Scientists announced a breakthrough in the treatment of type 1 diabetes — the new therapy VX-880 allows the body to produce insulin again. The initial results of clinical trials showed long-lasting effectiveness in most patients.
Greece will become one of the first countries to integrate generative AI into public education
In Greece, for the first time at the national level, teacher training in artificial intelligence is being launched. High school teachers are being prepared for the active use of ChatGPT Edu — a special version of AI for education.
Macron promised Ukraine SAMP-T next-generation air defense systems, but they are still under development.
Ukraine will be the first among all client countries to receive the advanced SAMP/T air defense system.
Mike Pompeo joined the board of Fire Point, a company linked to Mindich
Former U.S. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo has become a member of the supervisory board of the Ukrainian defense company Fire Point, which is associated with businessman and co-owner of "Kvartal 95 Studio" Timur Mindiashvili.
Ukraine has launched mass production of the "Shahed" interceptor Octopus
In Ukraine, the drone interceptor Octopus has been put into serial production, designed to counter Russian attack drones "Shahed".
Ukraine successfully used "Long Neptune" against targets on the territory of the Russian Federation, - Zelensky
During the night of November 14, Ukraine attacked important facilities on Russian territory. Long Neptune missiles were used for the strikes.
The Armed Forces of Ukraine launched "Flamingo" missile strikes on military and oil facilities of the Russian Federation.
The Defense Forces struck several dozen targets on the territory of Russia and temporarily occupied territories of Ukraine during the night of November 13.
