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The Real State of Internet in Belarus: Wired, Wireless, and Watching from the Sky

By the end of 2022, 89.5% of Belarusians were online, with about 8.27 million internet users and 86.9% penetration recorded by early 2023. Beltelecom reported about 2.9 million GPON fiber subscribers by the end of 2022, a figure that reached roughly 3 million by mid-2024. Approximately 82.4% of small settlements with 50–100 inhabitants have access to fiber-optic broadband. As of April 2024, 4G LTE coverage reached 93% of Belarus’s territory and 99% of its population via the beCloud network. MTS Belarus had around 5.7 million mobile subscribers, A1 about 4.8 million, and life:) about 1.5 million as of 2024. There

1 Junho 2025

Internet·NYSE:MBT·Technology

Mosaic Stock (NYSE: MOS) Slides on Brazil Phosphate Curtailments, Belarus Potash Sanctions Shift, and a Saskatchewan Mine Incident

Mosaic shares fell 5.6% to $23.46 after the company idled SSP fertilizer production at two Brazilian sites due to a sharp sulfur price spike and reported a fatal accident at its K3 mine in Canada. The moves come as U.S. sanctions relief for Belarus potash raised fresh supply concerns, pressuring fertilizer stocks.

17 Dezembro 2025

Mining Industry·NYSE:MOS·Stock Market

Russia’s nuclear-capable Oreshnik missiles appear in Belarus as Ukraine peace talks tighten

Russia released video of its nuclear-capable Oreshnik hypersonic missile system on combat duty in Belarus, moving the weapon closer to NATO borders. The Russian and Belarusian defense ministries did not disclose the exact location. The deployment comes as Moscow accuses Ukraine of a drone attack on a Russian presidential residence, a claim Kyiv denies.

31 Dezembro 2025

Stock Market

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

In 2024 Ukraine’s online retail sales totaled about ₴239 billion (≈$6–6.5 billion), roughly one-third higher than 2023. About 11 million Ukrainians were online shoppers in 2024, with online purchases comprising about 16% of total spending and roughly 30 million adults as “active online consumers.” Rozetka generated about ₴45 billion in revenue in 2023 and commanded an estimated 45–50% share of the online retail market, hosting more than 12 million products and 20,000 active marketplace sellers. OLX is Ukraine’s most visited e-commerce site by traffic. Zakaz.ua fulfilled over 1 million orders in 2023, with an approximate ₴5 billion turnover. In 2025,

14 Junho 2025

AMS:PRX·E-Commerce

Space Showdown: How Military Satellites Are Shaping the Ukraine‑Russia War

SpaceX deployed 5,000 Starlink terminals to Ukraine within days of the 2022 invasion, rising to about 15,000 active terminals by June 2022, with Ukraine at one point accounting for roughly 58% of global Starlink traffic. Russia attempted to jam Starlink signals on the battlefield, SpaceX rolled a software update to bypass the jamming, and by 2023–2024 reports noted illicit Starlink terminals in Russian hands that had to be disabled. On February 24, 2022, Russia launched a cyberattack against Viasat’s KA-SAT network that crippled thousands of Ukrainian modems and disrupted satellite links across Europe. In August 2022, Ukraine crowdfunded $20 million

20 Junho 2025

NASDAQ:VSAT·NYSE:MAXR·Satellites·Space

From Sputnik to Sanctions: Inside Russia’s Space & Satellite Industry 2025

Key Facts History of Russia’s Space Industry: From Soviet Pioneers to Post-Soviet Turbulence Russia’s space enterprise is anchored in the Soviet Union’s legendary space program, which set many historic milestones. The USSR built a formidable space infrastructure – at its peak in 1989, space spending was 1.5% of Soviet GDP en.wikipedia.org – achieving the first satellite (Sputnik), first human in orbit (Yuri Gagarin), first spacewalk, and launching robust programs like Soyuz crewed spacecraft and Salyut/Mir space stations. Soviet design bureaus (Energia, Chelomei’s OKB, Lavochkin, etc.) and manufacturing plants sprang up across the union, forming the backbone of today’s industry. The

6 Setembro 2025

Satellites·Space

Billion-Dollar “Eyes in the Sky”: Inside AWACS Tech, Costs, and the Global Airborne Radar Race

Comprehensive Overview of AWACS Aircraft and Technology AWACS Technology: Radars, Sensors, and Systems Modern AWACS aircraft are essentially flying sensor hubs and command centers. At their core is a powerful radar designed for all-around aerial surveillance. Classic AWACS like the E-3 Sentry use a spinning dish antenna (rotodome) on the fuselage, which mechanically rotates every 10–12 seconds to scan 360° euro-sd.com. In contrast, latest designs use Active Electronically Scanned Array (AESA) radars that steer beams electronically. For example, the E-7 Wedgetail’s Northrop Grumman MESA radar (mounted in a fin on the fuselage) is an L-band AESA using modern Gallium Nitride

11 Setembro 2025

NYSE:BA·NYSE:BBD

Internet Kill Switch: Recurring Blackouts in Syria, Iraq, Algeria – And Who’s Next?

Syria has conducted annual nationwide internet shutdowns on high school exam days since 2016, with 2020–2025 patterns showing daily outages of roughly 3.5 to 5.5 hours during exam periods. Syria’s shutdowns use an asymmetric model that allows outbound traffic but blocks inbound responses, making the internet effectively unusable. In Syria, the 2023 exam season produced at least 11 nationwide outages, each about 4 hours long (06:00–10:00), spanning May–June for the first round and late June–July for the second. Iraq began regular exam-related shutdowns in 2023, imposing near-daily four-hour nationwide outages (04:00–08:00) during exams, with a total of 42 outages in

18 Junho 2025

Cybersecurity

The Ultimate Global Missile Guide: Secret Weapons and Strategic Arsenals Revealed

The United States fields the LGM-30G Minuteman III ICBM (silo-based) with a ~13,000 km range that carries 1× nuclear RV (W78/W87, ~335 kt) and the UGM-133 Trident II D5 SLBM (submarine-launched) with >12,000 km range capable of up to 8 MIRVs (W76/W88). The U.S. LRHW “Dark Eagle” program develops a long-range hypersonic boost-glide missile with a ~2,775 km range using a 2-stage solid booster and an HGV. Russia fields the RS-28 Sarmat heavy ICBM (silo-based) with 10,000–18,000 km range and Mach 20+ reentry, and it deploys the Avangard hypersonic glide vehicle. China’s DF-41 is a mobile, road-mobile ICBM with a

17 Junho 2025

NYSE:GD·NYSE:LHX·NYSE:LMT·NYSE:NOC·NYSE:RTX·Stock Market

Inside the Ukraine–Russia Drone War: $500 FPVs vs. Multi‑Million Dollar UAVs

Military Drones Used by Ukrainian and Russian Forces 1. Types of Drones on the Ukrainian and Russian Battlefield Both Ukraine and Russia employ a vast array of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), which can be categorized by their roles on the battlefield. These range from tiny quadcopters that fit in a backpack to large combat drones with wingspans of several meters. Key categories include: 2. Technological Capabilities of the Drones The drones fielded in Ukraine cover a broad spectrum of technologies and capabilities, often improvising commercial tech for military use. Key technical factors include: 3. Price Tags and Procurement: From DIY

11 Setembro 2025

Drones

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

In 2024 Prozorro concluded over 3.2 million public contracts totaling about 888 billion UAH, and in the first four months of 2025 it handled about 1.2 million contracts worth 444.4 billion UAH. As of 2024, Prozorro connects 10 authorized e-procurement platforms plus 2 platforms for observation/auction, with Zakupivli.Pro (Prom.ua) handling about 50% of tenders, DerzhZakupivli Online about 25%, E-Tender about 14%, and SmartTender about 7%. Prozorro.Sale complements public tenders by handling privatization auctions and state asset sales, with E-Tender functioning as a Prozorro.Sale marketplace. Private tenders are voluntary but common, with large firms like Naftogaz and DTEK issuing RFPs and

14 Junho 2025

Stock Market

Texas Instruments (TXN) stock: what to know before the US market opens on Dec. 15, 2025

Texas Instruments closed Friday at $179.42, down 1.24%, about 19% below its July high. The company faces new lawsuits in Texas alleging its chips ended up in Russian weapons used in Ukraine, despite TI saying it stopped sales to Russia in early 2022. Q3 revenue reached $4.74 billion with EPS at $1.48; Q4 guidance projects revenue of $4.22–$4.58 billion and EPS of $1.13–$1.39.

14 Dezembro 2025

NASDAQ:TXN·Stock Market

Iran says Russia launched three new satellites, deepening Moscow-Tehran space ties

Iran said three satellites—Paya, Zafar-2, and Kowsar—were launched into low Earth orbit from Russia using a Soyuz rocket from the Vostochny Cosmodrome. Iranian state media reported the satellites will monitor agriculture and the environment. Western governments have raised concerns about dual-use rocket technology. The launch follows a similar Iranian satellite mission from Russia in July.

29 Dezembro 2025

Space Exploration

Texas Instruments (TXN) Stock: Latest News, Analyst Forecasts, and What to Watch Before the Market Opens on Dec. 22, 2025

Texas Instruments has started production at its new 300mm semiconductor fab in Sherman, Texas, marking a key manufacturing milestone. Shares last traded near $176.29 ahead of Monday’s open. Investors are weighing the long-term benefits of expanded U.S. output against near-term concerns over demand, margins, and uncertain trade policy.

22 Dezembro 2025

NASDAQ:TXN

Texas Instruments Stock (TXN) Slips After Goldman Sachs Double Downgrade: Today’s News, 2026 Forecasts, Analyst Targets, and Key Risks

Texas Instruments shares fell to around $178.50 by midday Monday after Goldman Sachs issued a rare double downgrade to “Sell” and cut its price target to $156. Goldman cited concerns over TI’s manufacturing expansion, high inventory, and projected $2.3–$2.7 billion in 2026 depreciation costs, warning these could limit margin and earnings upside even as the analog chip market recovers.

15 Dezembro 2025

NASDAQ:TXN·Stock Market

Texas Instruments (TXN) Stock This Week and Week Ahead: Key News, Legal Headlines, and What Could Move Shares Next (Updated Dec. 12, 2025)

Texas Instruments closed at $179.42 on Friday, down 1.24% for the day and about 0.8% for the week. The stock remains well below its 52-week high of $221.69. Multiple lawsuits were filed in Texas alleging TI chips ended up in Russian and Iranian weapons systems. Trading volume Friday was below the 50-day average.

13 Dezembro 2025

NASDAQ:AMD·NASDAQ:AVGO·NASDAQ:INTC·NASDAQ:TXN·Stock Market

Drone Laws in Poland (2025): Comprehensive Guide to Regulations & Requirements

Poland has implemented the EU drone framework since 31 December 2020 under Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947, with the Civil Aviation Authority (ULC) enforcing it. EU drone operations are categorized into Open (low risk), Specific (medium risk), and Certified (high risk); Open drones must be under 25 kg and fly up to 120 meters AGL in VLOS. Poland does not differentiate between recreational and commercial use by law; regulations depend on the operation’s risk category. Operator registration is mandatory for drones weighing 250 g or more or with a camera, registered online via the National

18 Julho 2025

Drones·Technology

State of Internet Access in Azerbaijan: From Fiber to the Final Frontier

The first internet connection in Azerbaijan was established in 1994, with public access available by 1996. By 2010, there were an estimated 3.7 million internet users, about 44% of the population. In 2009 Azerbaijan issued a third GSM operator license as 3G services were introduced. Delta Telecom has historically owned the sole Internet Exchange Point and the international gateway, supplying 90–95% of the country’s international bandwidth in the late 2000s. By 2022 Azerbaijan’s total international internet bandwidth reached about 2.2 terabits per second, up from 155 Mbps in 2006, aided by new fiber links to Russia, Georgia, and Turkey. As

31 Maio 2025

Technology Trends

Drone Imports and Exports Involving Ukraine (2025)

Countries and Companies Supplying Drones to Ukraine Types and Models of Drones Used by Ukraine (by Function) Ukraine employs a vast array of drones, both military-grade and civilian, serving different functions on and off the battlefield. Below are the major categories of drone types and notable models in each category: Ukrainian Drone Manufacturers and Domestic Capabilities Prior to 2022, Ukraine had only a handful of drone makers and mostly imported its UAVs. The war, however, spurred an explosive growth in domestic drone manufacturing, transforming Ukraine into a drone technology hub. By 2025 there were roughly 500 Ukrainian companies producing drones

13 Junho 2025

Drones·NASDAQ:AVAV·NYSE:TDY

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 examples including the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, the EU, China, and Japan, and fees typically around $5 for 1–3 years. In the United States, recreational flyers must pass the TRUST test and follow community safety rules, while commercial operators must hold an FAA Remote Pilot Certificate (Part 107); since March 16, 2024, Remote ID is mandatory, and penalties can reach $27,500 civil or $250,000 criminal. The European Union uses a three‑category system (Open, Specific, Certified) under EASA rules, with an Open category limited to 120 m (400 ft)