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Protecting business, safeguarding investments, and countering unlawful pressure were the key topics of the meeting between IT Ukraine Association and the Prosecutor General’s Office of Ukraine. The IT industry is one of Ukraine’s key export sectors, continuing to support the economy even during wartime. That is why it is critical to ensure predictable and transparent rules of interaction between businesses and law enforcement authorities. A separate focus of the discussion was on searches in IT companies. The seizure of equipment can effectively halt business operations, making it essential to find a balance between the needs of investigations and business continuity. The Prosecutor General’s Office has launched the StopTysk portal as part of the state policy to protect businesses. This digital tool enables company executives to report cases of pressure, while allowing authorities to verify information, respond, initiate inspections, and hold those responsible accountable. The tool is already delivering results: businesses have had hundreds of thousands of dollars and euros, millions of hryvnias, and seized equipment returned. ❗️If your business is facing pressure, we encourage you to report such cases via StopTysk: https://lnkd.in/dRqXN-8y We thank the Prosecutor General’s Office for its openness to dialogue.

The online meeting of the ITU Legal Talks series took place in 2026. Insights and cases were shared by the speaker from the #ITUPartner company Anton Hodosh (Senior Associate at ETERNA LAW, Deputy Chair of the Compliance & Al Committee at the NGO UKRAINIAN COMPLIANCE ASSOCIATION). Key takeaways: 📂 regulation of AI-generated works in Ukraine remains limited, so in practice, analogies with copyright law are applied; 📂 unclear identification of the subject matter may result in the agreement being deemed not concluded; 📂 prior to entering into an agreement, it is essential to verify whether the work infringes third-party rights and to identify the rightful owner; 📂 licensing and assignment of rights have different legal consequences, and drafting errors may cost a business its rights to the work; 📂 agreements covering future AI-generated works require separate regulation, including conditions precedent; 📂 all key terms — scope of use, territory, duration, and extent of rights — must be clearly defined; 📂 the greatest risks arise not from legislation, but from a lack of attention to detail within the agreement itself. Learn more about  in the webinar recording: https://lnkd.in/dUvtQHK5   📼 

🪽 EveryMatrix, welcome to the #ITUkraineAssociation! EveryMatrix — a company that delivers iGaming software, solutions, content and services for casino, sports betting, payments and affiliate management to global Tier 1 operators as well as to newer brands, is now part of the IT Ukraine Association! 💬"We joined the IT Ukraine Association because we aim to be part of a community that shapes the strategic development of Ukraine’s IT industry. For us, it is important to collaborate with leading market players, exchange experience, strengthen industry expertise, and contribute to initiatives that help build the country’s digital ecosystem. Membership in the Association opens up new opportunities for partnerships, joint projects, engagement with the regulatory environment, and support for innovations that strengthen Ukraine’s position in the global technology market,”— comments the company’s leadership on joining the ITU. The platform is highly modular, scalable, and compliant, allowing operators to choose the optimal EveryMatrix solution and combine with third-party and in-house technology and capabilities. EveryMatrix empowers clients to unleash bold ideas and deliver outstanding player experiences in regulated markets. The company has more than 1,500 employees across 15 offices in 15 countries and serves 300+ customers worldwide, including the regulated US market. #ITUkraineAssociation #ITUMember

Over 600 participants, more than 50 experts, and three thematic streams created a space for visionary discussions, moderated debates, and the development of real roadmaps for IT growth — in Ukraine and beyond. Tech360: Policy Meets Technology is the largest event dedicated to IT business development, bringing together leaders of the IT industry, representatives of the public sector, and the expert community around a shared vision for Ukraine’s technological future. Tech360: Policy Meets Technology is organized by IT Ukraine Association 🔹 General Partner: UKRSIBBANK BNP Paribas Group 🔸 Gold Partners: EPAM Ukraine, GORO Development, LBS Cloud, robota.ua, Sharkscode, UCloud.ua The conference is held with the support of the STEP IN 2 EU International Cooperation Programme, co-funded by the governments of Germany and Norway, as well as the European Union under the EU4Business initiative, and implemented by Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) GmbH.

🔔 Tomorrow, on April 16th at 16:00, join us for the ITU Legal Talks! The speaker from #ITUPartner company will outline common pitfalls in contracts relating to AI-generated assets, their implications, relevant case law, and will share recommendations on how to avoid such contractual issues. 🎟 Registration is required (free of charge): https://lnkd.in/dYDpFqxP See you soon!

During the roundtable, representatives of government, the banking sector, and the IT community discussed progress, challenges, and practical tools for transitioning from Russian software (1C, Bitrix24, BAS) to secure alternatives. The focus was on demonstrating real progress, finding new solutions to replace hostile software, and fostering collaboration among stakeholders. Key insights: 🔹 Research by UCU and IT Ukraine Association. In-depth interviews with companies across various industries (from agriculture to banking) identified four main drivers of transition: cybersecurity, reputation, lack of updates, and ethics. The main challenge remains staff resistance—particularly among accountants—as well as a shortage of highly specialized professionals. 🔹 In January 2026, the State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection of Ukraine published an open list of software and network equipment prohibited for use. "The list of prohibited software must be as comprehensive as possible. 1C is not a single product—it includes over 130 software solutions that pose significant risks. The current figure of 40 items is not final; it is an ongoing process," said Ihor Stelnyk, Director of the Department of State Control in Information Protection and Security Audit at the Administration of the State Service of Special Communications and Information Protection of Ukraine. 🔹 "Many companies use CRM systems or trackers that have been partially rewritten and assume there is no threat. In reality, data of thousands of clients remains exposed. This is not only about cybersecurity but also about the responsibility of businesses for Ukrainians’ personal data," said Oleh Polihenko, Velstadt Cybersecurity. 🔹 "For a bank, abandoning hostile software is a matter of economic resilience and trust in the financial system," said Dmytro Uvarov, Director of IT Infrastructure at UKRSIBBANK BNP Paribas Group. 🔹 Diia.Business Marketplace. It already has over 52,000 views and 180+ verified Ukrainian software solutions. "This is a free platform where businesses can find migration solutions without reputational risks," said Anton Hranko Advisor to the Director of the State Institution “Entrepreneurship and Export Promotion Office” 🔹 Voucher program. Valeriia Kolesnichenko (GIZ Ukraine) spoke about financial support for SMEs: "We have selected 30 companies that will receive support not just in funding, but in system implementation and staff training. This is a pilot project aimed at scaling digital transformation across Ukraine." 🔹 Artem Kuzmenko (partner at ETERNA LAW) concluded that the use of Russian software is becoming a critical risk factor in legal audits (M&A deals) and partnerships with the EU. Abandoning Russian software is not only about restrictions—it is about building a strong Ukrainian ecosystem, economic protectionism, and the security of every Ukrainian citizen.

How can Ukraine and businesses strike a balance between global technologies and their own digital autonomy—from leveraging international platforms to developing local solutions in finance, communications, and artificial intelligence? The discussion also addressed control over critical data, legislative requirements to return servers to Ukraine after the war, and the technical complexity of this process. Key insights from the panel discussion moderated by Anastasiia Didenko, Head of Anti-Corruption and Compliance Practice at LCF Law Group: 🔹 “Digital sovereignty is about control over data—sensitive, military, medical, financial—where it is transferred and how it is processed,” said Dmytro Prokopiev, AI & ML Tech Lead at UCloud.ua. 🔹 “Uploading data to the cloud is relatively easy, but bringing it back is extremely difficult. The law requires certain data to be returned within six months after the end of martial law, but the technical mechanisms for this still need to be developed at the level of specific cloud instances,” said Serhii Prokopenko, Head of the Operations Support Department of the National Cybersecurity Coordination Center (NCSCC), The Office of the National Security and Defense Council of Ukraine. 🔹 “For businesses, the key priority is uninterrupted operations, which is why we choose global solutions that ensure resilience. Building everything within a closed perimeter is almost impossible today,” noted Viktor Cherniavskyi, IT Director at Continental Farmers Group. 🔹 “If digital sovereignty is about national security, then the commercial side must be global—otherwise, you simply lose competitiveness,” said Taras Shevchenko, Head of Government Relations for Eastern Europe and Central Asia at Glovo. In conclusion, the speakers agreed that a hybrid data storage architecture is the most viable model for ensuring both security and competitiveness. ▶️ Watch the full panel discussion “Digital Sovereignty vs Globalization: Who Controls Data, Infrastructure, and the Rules of the Game” on our channel: https://lnkd.in/dCVDd8K2 #Tech360

The most in-demand topic of the conference brought together practitioners who have personally scaled businesses in the markets of Japan, Europe, the Middle East, and other non-traditional regions. Industry leaders shared proven strategies, common mistakes, and non-obvious insights. The discussion was moderated by Hanna Myshko, Regional Director for the Gulf countries, Ukraine, and Moldova at StrategEast. Key insights: 🔹 “The most deceptive trap is analyzing a market entry through the lens of direct competition… but sometimes a job search service competes with ads on utility poles—and that’s something you also need to consider,” — Dmytro Gryn Hryn, CEO of Jooble Ukraine, Member of the Board of IT Ukraine Association. 🔹 “Success in markets like Japan or Europe often depends on the ability to act as a ‘digital partner’ within specific domains (energy, railways), while understanding their regional and cultural specifics,” — Vladyslav Tkachuk, Marketing Director at GlobalLogic Ukraine. 🔹 “Ukraine can offer unique expertise that cannot be purchased elsewhere—for example, Grid Resilience based on real experience operating under wartime conditions,” — Ruslan Seredyuk, Director of Engineering at ELEKS. ▶️ Watch the full discussion “IT Sales and Scaling in Non-Traditional Markets | Tech360: Policy Meets Technology” and learn more about entering non-traditional markets on our channel: https://lnkd.in/dQT7Zjwe #tech360

Investment in DefenseTech has grown nearly 20-fold — from $7 million in 2023 to $130 million in 2025. This signals the emergence of a new core of our economy. Participants discussed how the Ukrainian tech market is transforming and what will shape its future. The discussion was moderated by Oleksiy Uros, Vice President for Legal Affairs at the IT Ukraine Association, Business Development Director at Asters, and Co-founder of Unicorn Capital. Key insights: 🔹 In 2025, Ukrainian startups attracted around $500 million in investments and grants — 10% more than the year before. “We are already positioning ourselves in the market as an integrator of various solutions, not just a provider of engineering teams, combining service business with product offerings,” — Valerii Krasovskyi, Co-founder and CEO of Sigma Software Group 🔹 The Ministry of Digital Transformation is working on a new project, Diia.City Invest. Its goal is to create a transparent infrastructure for attracting venture capital into the technology sector. “The project will help stimulate investment specifically in tech businesses, where the focus will be on transparent companies and startups — residents of Diia.City,” — Natalia Denikeieva, Deputy Minister of Digital Transformation 🔹 “Our end product is the electron — it is digital by nature. And this opens up incredible opportunities for artificial intelligence: from creating a digital manager to a dedicated computational layer,” — Andrii Bondar, R&D and Innovation Lead, MODUS X 🔹 “2026 will differ from 2025: the volume of external investment will grow, and the geography of investors will expand to the Middle East and Asia,” — Andrii Tymoshenko, Partner, Head of Management Consulting and Industry Practice in Infrastructure, Transport, and Logistics, KPMG in Ukraine ▶️More insights — in the recording of the discussion “Investments in Technology – Formats, Terms, Partnerships of the Industry of the Future | #Tech360: Policy Meets” on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/dTdczPui

🪽Adaptis, welcome to the IT Ukraine Association! Adaptis is a Ukrainian technology company that develops and adapts end-to-end solutions for satellite communications in transport, field operations, and other scenarios where stable terrestrial infrastructure is unavailable. The company has now joined the IT Ukraine Association. 💬“For Adaptis, it is important to be part of a professional environment where we can contribute to market development at a systemic level. We see the IT Ukraine Association as a platform for engaging with government and participating in working groups that help shape approaches to telecom and technology infrastructure development,” said Anton Sadykov, CEO and Co-Founder of Adaptis. Adaptis's membership in the IT Ukraine Association reflects the company’s commitment to being part of an ecosystem that supports the development of Ukraine’s IT industry and creates conditions for technology businesses to grow. 💬“We work with satellite communications in scenarios where standard solutions are often not enough. Being part of the Association allows us to share practical experience, better understand market needs, and further strengthen our expertise,” notes Mykola Kalinichenko, CTO and Co-Founder of Adaptis. The company focuses on providing reliable internet connectivity on the move and in environments where traditional infrastructure is unavailable. #ITUkraineAssociation #ITUMember