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Marcin Frąckiewicz

CEO of TS2 Space and founder of TS2.tech. Expert in satellites, telecommunications, and emerging technologies, covering trends in space, AI, and connectivity.

The Economic Impacts of Blue Origin’s Spaceflights

The Economic Impacts of Blue Origin’s Spaceflights

Blue Origin’s New Glenn heavy rocket reached orbit for the first time in January 2025. New Shepard has flown about 32 times, carrying over 60 passengers, with seats selling for around $1.3 million each. NASA awarded Blue Origin a $3.4 billion contract in 2023 for Artemis V. The company holds about $8 billion in Space Force launch contracts.
16 June 2025
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F-35 Lightnig II Uncovered: Inside the $1 Trillion Stealth Fighter Dominating the Skies

F-35 Lightnig II Uncovered: Inside the $1 Trillion Stealth Fighter Dominating the Skies

More than 1,170 F-35 fighters have been delivered worldwide as of mid-2025, with a projected fleet of over 3,000 by the mid-2030s. The F-35A, B, and C variants reached initial operational capability between 2015 and 2019. Unit costs for recent production lots ranged from $82.5 million to $109 million. Block 4 modernization will add about 80 upgrades and new weapons, including the AIM-260 JATM and AN/APG-85 radar.
15 June 2025
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Top 10 Fighter Jets Dominating the Skies in 2025

Top 10 Fighter Jets Dominating the Skies in 2025

Over 1,000 F-35 Lightning II jets were delivered to 17 nations by 2025, entering service in the mid-2010s. The F-22 Raptor saw only 195 built since 2005, while China’s J-20 Mighty Dragon surpassed 200 in PLAAF service by 2024. Russia’s Su-57 entered service in 2020 with about 20 in use. The F-15EX Eagle II began U.S. service in 2022, carrying up to 22 air-to-air missiles.
15 June 2025
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How AI is Reshaping the Future of Warfare – What You Need to Know Now

How AI is Reshaping the Future of Warfare – What You Need to Know Now

DARPA’s ACE program flew an F-16 piloted solely by AI in December 2022, following a 2020 simulation where AI beat a human pilot 5-0. The U.S. plans to field over 1,000 Collaborative Combat Aircraft by 2030. China ran drone swarm island assault drills in June 2024. NATO adopted its first AI strategy in 2021 and launched a €1 billion innovation fund.
15 June 2025
Satellite-Related Tenders in Ukraine – Overview and Key Examples (14.06.2025)

Satellite-Related Tenders in Ukraine – Overview and Key Examples (14.06.2025)

Ukraine’s State Space Agency announced a UAH 167 million tender on June 6, 2025, to build a national GNSS station network. Kyiv’s Telekompaniya Kyiv contracted satellite TV capacity for $72,000 in May 2025. Hundreds of Starlink procurements for military, police, and utilities have been recorded since 2022. No Prozorro tenders for building or launching a new Ukrainian satellite have been registered.
14 June 2025
Satellite-Related Tenders in Ukraine – Overview and Analysis (2016–2025)

Satellite-Related Tenders in Ukraine – Overview and Analysis (2016–2025)

Military Unit K1412 awarded a 29.6 million UAH tender for 20 Skywer MR2 signal receivers to ATIKA-IT LLC in October 2024, and a 2025 mini-tender for 3 more units. Ukraine’s Foreign Intelligence Service SZR bought 9 Skywer MR2 stations in 2024 for 12.3 million UAH and conducted classified procurements for advanced signal receivers and intercept complexes. JSC Ukrgazvydobuvannya and Ukrgasbank purchased Starlink terminals in 2024 and 2022, respectively.
14 June 2025
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Ukraine’s Mega 2025 Tenders Revealed: Multi‑Billion Projects Shaping Energy, Defense & More

Ukraine’s Mega 2025 Tenders Revealed: Multi‑Billion Projects Shaping Energy, Defense & More

Ukraine awarded over UAH 4 billion in 2024 to expand the Dniester pumped storage hydro plant. DTEK’s Tyligulska Wind Farm Phase II will add 384 MW with €450 million in turbines, 60 MW online by winter 2025. In May 2025, €84 million was secured for a new 330 kV transmission line and substation rebuilds with Slovakia. A 700 MW renewables auction worth UAH 11 billion will see winners named in April 2025.
14 June 2025
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War-Fueled E-Commerce Boom: Inside Ukraine’s Online Shopping Surge in 2025

War-Fueled E-Commerce Boom: Inside Ukraine’s Online Shopping Surge in 2025

Ukraine’s online retail sales reached ₴239 billion ($6–6.5 billion) in 2024, up about one-third from 2023. Cross-border e-commerce saw 73.5 million inbound parcels worth ₴120.5 billion, nearly doubling from the previous year. Nova Poshta delivered 480 million packages, including 19 million international parcels, marking an 86% jump in international volume. Rozetka held a 45–50% market share with ₴45 billion in 2023 revenue.
14 June 2025
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How Satellite Technologies Are Transforming Ukraine: From Warzones to Wheat Fields

How Satellite Technologies Are Transforming Ukraine: From Warzones to Wheat Fields

A Ukrainian charity crowdfunded access to an ICEYE SAR satellite in August 2022, enabling round-the-clock imaging of the war. Commercial satellites tracked a 40-mile Russian convoy near Kyiv and mapped the Nova Kakhovka dam flooding in June 2023. By 2024, Starlink provided reliable frontline communications. Ukraine established a Space Policy Directorate in early 2025 to develop secure national satellite systems.
14 June 2025
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Ukraine Tenders in 2025: Public Procurement Platforms, Processes and Opportunities

Ukraine Tenders in 2025: Public Procurement Platforms, Processes and Opportunities

Prozorro handled over 3.2 million public contracts worth 888 billion UAH in 2024 and about 1.2 million contracts totaling 444.4 billion UAH in early 2025. Zakupivli.Pro processed half of all tenders. The Kyiv Metro Extension contract went to Avtostrada Group for 13.785 billion UAH in August 2024. Draft Law No. 11520 proposes EU-style procurement reforms and higher thresholds.
14 June 2025
Starting a Business in Ukraine in 2025: 10 Crucial Facts Every Entrepreneur Must Know

Starting a Business in Ukraine in 2025: 10 Crucial Facts Every Entrepreneur Must Know

Foreigners may own 100% of Ukrainian LLCs or JSCs; LLCs require no minimum capital and register in 1–3 days, while JSCs need about UAH 10 million and take 3–4 months. Private Entrepreneurs (FOP) can register with a Ukrainian TIN and passport translation, with online FOP registration for foreigners set for 2025. Corporate tax is 18%, with a 5% single tax for small entities. Opening a corporate bank account takes 1–5 days.
13 June 2025
Skyrocketing Fighter Jet Market 2025: Tech Triumphs and Global Rivalries Fuel a New Arms Race

Skyrocketing Fighter Jet Market 2025: Tech Triumphs and Global Rivalries Fuel a New Arms Race

The F-35 Lightning II surpassed 1,000 deliveries worldwide by late 2024, cementing Lockheed Martin’s lead in the fighter jet market. China’s J-20 fleet reached about 300 jets, making it the world’s second-largest stealth force. The global fighter market was valued at $105.7 billion in 2025, with Asia-Pacific as the largest regional buyer. Boeing’s F/A-18E/F Super Hornet line will end in 2025.
13 June 2025
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Flying Into Trouble? These Are the Drone Laws in Every Country You Must Know in 2025

Flying Into Trouble? These Are the Drone Laws in Every Country You Must Know in 2025

Most countries require registration for drones over 250 g, with fees typically around $5 for 1–3 years. The U.S. mandates Remote ID since March 2024, with penalties up to $250,000. The EU and UK enforce category-based rules and operator IDs. China, Japan, Australia, Singapore, UAE, and India impose strict registration, licensing, and no-fly zones, with fines or jail for violations.
13 June 2025
Reconstruction of Ukraine: Plans, Progress, and Outlook (Mid-2025)

Reconstruction of Ukraine: Plans, Progress, and Outlook (Mid-2025)

Direct war damage in Ukraine reached $176 billion by end-2024, with 72% of losses in frontline regions. An updated assessment estimates $524 billion will be needed over the next decade for recovery, including $84 billion for housing and $68 billion for energy. By early 2025, 3.7 million people were internally displaced and 6 million had fled abroad. Major international pledges and new funds have been announced to support reconstruction.
13 June 2025
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Mobile & Portable Satellite Internet in 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Starlink Roam, HughesNet, Inmarsat, Viasat & More

Mobile & Portable Satellite Internet in 2025: The Ultimate Guide to Starlink Roam, HughesNet, Inmarsat, Viasat & More

SpaceX’s Starlink constellation surpassed 7,600 satellites by May 2025, offering service in over 100 countries with Roam hardware priced at $599 and plans from $150 per month. HughesNet, Viasat, Inmarsat, and Iridium provide competing satellite internet options with varying speeds, coverage, and costs. Amazon Kuiper aims to launch service by 2025. FEMA stockpiles Starlink terminals for disaster response.
13 June 2025
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5G From Space: How Satellite Internet is Revolutionizing Global Connectivity

5G From Space: How Satellite Internet is Revolutionizing Global Connectivity

Starlink operates over 6,700 satellites as of early 2025 and exceeded 4 million subscribers in more than 100 countries by late 2024. SpaceX began testing Direct-to-Cell satellites using T-Mobile spectrum, with voice and data planned for 2025. Amazon’s Kuiper launched 27 satellites in April 2025, aiming for 1,600 in orbit by July 2026. OneWeb merged with Eutelsat and had about 632 satellites active by late 2024.
13 June 2025
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Drone Imports and Exports Involving Ukraine (2025)

Drone Imports and Exports Involving Ukraine (2025)

Turkey’s Baykar delivered about 50 Bayraktar TB2 drones to Ukraine and is investing $100 million in a local production plant. U.S. firms supplied over 700 Switchblade drones, around 1,800 Phoenix Ghosts, and other systems. Chinese DJI drones, though not officially supplied, are widely used by Ukrainian forces. Poland’s WB Group provided Warmate loitering munitions and FlyEye surveillance UAVs.
13 June 2025
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Import of Military-Grade Drones to Ukraine (2025 Update)

Import of Military-Grade Drones to Ukraine (2025 Update)

By early 2025, 98% of drones imported into Ukraine entered duty-free under exemptions extended through at least January 2026. In Q1 2025, Ukraine imported about 127,800 civilian drones, 98% from China, mainly DJI models. Domestic drone production surged, with 96% of military drones made in Ukraine by late 2024. The Army of Drones program and Brave1 accelerator funded over 470 grants totaling about $35 million.
13 June 2025
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Fiber-Optic Drones in Ukraine: Evolution, Applications, and Impact

Fiber-Optic Drones in Ukraine: Evolution, Applications, and Impact

Russian and Ukrainian forces deployed fiber-optic FPV drones in late 2024, with Russian units Rubicon and Sudny Den reaching 20–30 km and Ukraine fielding over a dozen domestic models. By early 2025, Ukraine had about 15 companies producing thousands of fiber drones monthly. Costs dropped to around $1,000–$1,500 per unit. Fiber drones bypass RF jamming but face range and cable vulnerability limits.
13 June 2025
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Stock Market Today

  • Amazon imposes 3.5% fuel surcharge on sellers amid Iran war energy turmoil
    April 2, 2026, 8:21 PM EDT. Amazon is introducing a 3.5% fuel surcharge for merchants using its Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) logistics service, effective April 17, due to soaring transportation costs driven by the Iran war's impact on global oil markets. The surcharge, aimed at offsetting higher fuel and logistics expenses, follows a similar move by the company in 2022 during the Russia-Ukraine conflict. The ongoing conflict near the Strait of Hormuz, a key oil shipping route, has disrupted supplies and pushed U.S. gas prices higher. Amazon noted it has absorbed rising costs so far but now follows other carriers with temporary surcharges, which remain lower than competitors. This change could increase operational costs for the extensive network of third-party sellers relying on Amazon's distribution system.
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