Technology News in Ukraine

Ukrainians slapped twin AK rifles on a drone with wheels to make a cheap mobile turret

Kyiv has been looking to cheaper assault drones that it can scale rapidly to reduce the risks to its infantry.

Shortage of engineers creates opportunities to advance in Ukrainian defense tech

Some specialties are so scarce that recruiters say they effectively know all available candidates.

Some of Russia’s A.I. Drones Are Powered by Nvidia Microcomputers, Ukrainian Officials Say

The tech giant says it does not sell the devices in Russia, but they are widely available on resale markets. When purchased that way, they are virtually impossible to track.

Ukrainian drone giant Brave1 will now let military customers order custom-built drones

Brave1 launched a new marketplace letting Ukrainian military units order custom-built drones with automatic bidding, transparent pricing, and digital tracking.

Inside Ukraine's terrifying robot wars and how drones will will save lives

The Mirror tells how drone operators - 15 miles from the action - navigate a mine-strewn battlefield and evade Russian troops to bring wounded comrades to safety

Your Expired Visa Card Could Be ‘Zombified’ to Make Contactless Payments

Plus: Apple sends out an “unprecedented” number of spyware warnings, Ukraine hits a Russian ecommerce giant with cyber and drone attacks, and more.

Ukraine drone maker launches self-driving wagon capable of lugging 210kg across bumpy terrain — could this be its next secret weapon to turning the tide of war?

Temerland’s Gnom L2 carries 210 kilograms across rough terrain, using remote control, larger batteries and mixed wheels and tracks.

Ukraine reveals new UAV equipped with 24 hours of flight time and a range of 2,000 kilometres — enough to reach Siberia and back

Ukraine has codified the Dovbush T40, a domestic drone reportedly capable of flying 2,000 kilometres and remaining airborne beyond 24 hours.

AI-assisted tool helped secure satellite communication system after 2022 Russian hacking

WASHINGTON (AP) — On the same day it invaded Ukraine in 2022, Russia disabled thousands of satellite modems across Ukraine and other European countries, aiming to disrupt commun...

AI-assisted tool helped secure satellite communication system after 2022 Russian hacking

On the same day it invaded Ukraine in 2022, Russia disabled thousands of satellite modems across Ukraine and other European countries, aiming to disrupt communications. A new AI...

Ukrainian forces are repurposing assault robots for logistics missions because of supply bot shortages

Ukrainian officials have said that they want the robots to handle 100% of battlefield logistics, which have become deadly missions.

Rugged robotic mules could make dangerous supply missions safer for US soldiers, but there are some things still to work out

Ukraine has seen success in using uncrewed ground vehicles, or UGVs, for logistics runs, keeping soldiers out of direct danger.

We followed a drone from UK factory to Ukraine front line

Business Insider gained visited a drone factory in the UK, then took a 1,800-mile journey east to see them being deployed in Ukraine.

Ukraine's new secret drone weapon could be this 25g antenna, capable of transmitting over an incredible range

Ukraine's BlueBird Tech unveils lightweight antenna for drones, monitoring equipment, measurement systems, and ground-based robotic platforms.

Nvidia Jetson chip found in Russian cruise missile, Ukraine claims — presence in S-71 'Monochrome' weapon may indicate use of AI tech

Ukraine intelligence claims that Russia's latest S-71 'Monochrome' cruise missiles use Nvidia's Jetson Orin NX modules with AI capabilities, allegedly for terminal guidance.

Chery E5 recalled

Certain Chery E5 SUVs may not play their low-speed acoustic warning sounds, which are now mandatory for EVs.

Ukraine war sparked race for countries to build spy satellites, space-tech CEO says

Governments are ramping up satellite capabilities as space intelligence becomes increasingly critical to modern warfare.

Russia rolling out Starlink-style network faster than expected, Kyiv says

Ukraine's next weapon against Russian drones is this slightly odd tiny robot which fires nets into the air in all directions

Ukraine's VORON ground robot uses net launchers to intercept FPV drones while supporting logistics, evacuation, reconnaissance, and other frontline missions.

US company’s AI lets Ukraine’s cheap kamikaze drones track targets on their own

$100 million deal gives 50,000 Ukrainian drones US-developed AI capabilities.