# Technologies
An American base in Saudi Arabia has received a Ukrainian anti-drone system
In recent weeks, the US military has deployed Ukrainian anti-drone technology at Prince Sultan Air Base in Saudi Arabia. The technology in question is the Sky Map platform, which the Ukrainian military uses to detect threats and coordinate a response.
Canada has invested over 55 million hryvnias in Ukraine’s cyber defences – here’s what has already been strengthened
Ukraine, in collaboration with Canada and under the Tallinn Mechanism, has completed the first five projects aimed at strengthening digital resilience, with a total value of over 55 million hryvnias. These projects concern the cyber security of the Chernobyl Nuclear Power Plant, the National Security and Defence Council Secretariat, the Cabinet of Ministers Secretariat, the State Judicial Administration and the State Border Guard Service.
The US Navy will not be able to replicate Ukraine’s experience with maritime drones
The US Navy believes that Ukraine’s experience in the use of maritime drones is instructive, but that it cannot be fully replicated in other theatres of operations. Humans will continue to play a key role in maritime operations, even as the number of unmanned systems increases.
In 2026, 90% of Ukrainian defence industry companies received requests for international partnerships
The vast majority of Ukrainian defence companies have reported strong demand from foreign countries. The US and EU countries have become the main buyers of Ukrainian defence technologies.
Tim Cook is stepping down as Apple’s CEO after 15 years in the role: who will replace him?
Apple CEO Tim Cook is stepping down. From 1 September, he will become chairman of the board of directors.
Testing of Ukraine’s first Skif tracked armoured personnel carrier has begun
UkrArmoTech has commenced factory testing of the prototype of the Skif tracked armoured personnel carrier. The design has been developed taking into account combat experience and the requirements of the Ukrainian Defence Forces.
SpaceX now has a rival: Blue Origin has reused a stage of its New Glenn rocket for the first time
Blue Origin has made a significant breakthrough in the development of reusable rocket boosters. During the third launch of New Glenn, it used a previously flown first stage for the first time and successfully recovered it onto a platform in the ocean.
The SBS shot down a 'Shahed' for the first time from an unmanned surface platform
Operators from the Unmanned Surface Vehicle Division of the 412th Nemesis Brigade successfully intercepted an enemy Shahed-type strike UAV in the maritime operational zone
The Tesla Cybercab, with no steering wheel or pedals, is set to launch
Tesla is on the verge of launching its autonomous transport service. A batch of 14 Tesla Cybercab vehicles has been spotted at the Giga Texas factory in Austin. The key feature of these models is the complete absence of a steering wheel and pedals
Back to basics: three reasons to choose a push-button phone over a smartphone
Demand for button-operated devices, particularly modern Android-based models, is growing among those who value simplicity and privacy
Temperatures up to +19°C and localised showers on 16 April 2026: where to expect rain today
On 16 April 2026, spring-like warm weather is expected in Ukraine, with temperatures reaching up to +19 degrees. At the same time, light rain is forecast in some regions, whilst the east, south and most of the centre will remain dry.
Iran has secretly acquired a Chinese spy satellite to monitor and strike US bases — media reports
In late 2024, Tehran secretly purchased a Chinese spy satellite to monitor and attack US military bases in the Middle East.
