# Technologies
The Ukrainian company Fire Point has tested a new air defence missile
Ukrainian arms manufacturer Fire Point has announced the first flight test of the FP-7.x interceptor missile, which is being developed as a cheaper alternative to Western air defence systems. The company says that mass production could begin as early as this year.
Smartphones have been banned in Afghanistan for members of the Taliban and government officials
Taliban leader Hibatullah Akhundzada has banned smartphones for members of the group and government officials.
Fraudsters have created a fake version of ‘Diy’ and are tricking Ukrainians into installing an APK file
A new phishing scam has been uncovered in Ukraine, involving a fake website masquerading as “Dія.BankID”. The cybercriminals have copied the interface of the government service and are prompting users to install a malicious APK file on their smartphones.
Wizz Air will be the first European low-cost airline to launch Starlink
Wizz Air will become the first ultra-low-cost airline to launch Starlink satellite internet on all its aircraft.
Ukrainian interceptor drones have learned to shoot down 'Shaheds' autonomously: how it works
A member of Brave1 has developed technology that automates 95% of the entire interception process — from launching the drone to destroying Russian ‘Shahed’ drones.
Drone attack on St Petersburg: residents advised to stay indoors
Following a drone attack in St Petersburg, widespread disruptions to mobile internet services were reported. Local authorities have urged residents not to go out due to the threat of further strikes
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.
