Communications and IT in Ukraine
A hub for telecom, 5G, digital infrastructure, cyber resilience, and technology decisions for business and public institutions.
In 2026, 6.3 billion people use the internet
In 2026, the number of internet users worldwide reached 6.3 billion, accounting for 76% of the global population. Despite progress, two billion people still lack access to the global network.
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Kyivstar, Vodafone, and lifecell operators launched test 5G in Odesa on September 10
On September 10, 2026, mobile operators Kyivstar, Vodafone, and lifecell began test trials of the 5G standard in Odesa. The service is available in the city’s central and most crowded areas at no additional cost to subscribers.
Technical launch of fifth-generation network conducted in Odesa
A technical implementation of the 5G pilot project has taken place in Odesa to test the network under local conditions. Previously, the technology was launched for testing in Kyiv, Kharkiv, Lviv, and Borodianka.
Performance results of the Datagroup-Volia-lifecell group in 2026
The Datagroup-Volia-lifecell group reported financial growth and enhanced network energy resilience two years after their merger. The mobile operator lifecell increased its revenue to 15.9 billion UAH over the past year.
Ministry of Digital Transformation reduces infrastructure access costs for internet providers
The state has introduced preferential conditions for infrastructure leasing for telecom operators, which will enable the connection of over a thousand settlements to high-speed internet. Providers will pay only one kopeck for access to power poles…
Samsung tests the Galaxy S27 smartphone lineup with the new Snapdragon processor
Samsung Electronics has begun performance testing for the upcoming Galaxy S27 flagship smartphone series using an unreleased Qualcomm chipset. The developer is already conducting hardware verification as part of three separate regional projects.
