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Last week, we gathered at the MIT Museum to celebrate the upcoming US launch of the book ?Innovation in Isolation: The Story of Ukrainian IT from the 1940s to the Present? ? With around 60 guests in attendance, the evening featured inspiring speeches from Oleksandr Kosovan, MacPaw’s founder and CEO; Hanna Leviv, the book’s translator; Aliona Solomadina, the book’s designer; Sergii Kryvoblotskyi, Head of MacPaw’s TR&D team; and a special video message from Secretary Yvonne Hao. Guests explored the book, networked, and got a deeper look at Ukraine’s incredible tech legacy. We wrapped up with a raffle where lucky winners took home unique items celebrating resilience and innovation. A huge thank you to everyone who joined us! Your support helps highlight Ukraine’s achievements and directly aids the MacPaw Foundation relief efforts Pre-order your copy of ?Innovation in Isolation? to be part of this story via the link! https://lnkd.in/dBHHcVuQ Photo by Haley Abram.

Heading to a tech conference? Check out these simple yet effective tips from Kseniia Rastvorova, Technology Brand Manager at MacPaw, to make the most of your experience. Swipe through the carousel to learn how to set goals, plan ahead, network, and take care of yourself — stress-free. Want more tech tips? Visit the MacPaw Tech blog using the link ?? https://lnkd.in/dgCXPeKg

We’re proud to announce that the Moonlock Engine in?CleanMyMac?has been recognized as a CES 2025 Innovation Awards Honoree in the Cybersecurity category! ?? The CES Innovation Awards celebrate the most groundbreaking advancements in consumer technology, highlighting excellence in design and engineering across 33 categories. Being selected as an honoree reinforces the innovation and functionality of our Moonlock Engine, which provides robust protection for macOS users worldwide. We’re especially thrilled to share this news ahead of CES 2025, the world’s biggest tech event. A massive thank you to our dedicated team for making this possible! ?? Stay tuned as we continue to push the boundaries of cybersecurity and innovation.

Innovating within the “box” of a rigid system is no small feat, yet Ukrainian scientists and engineers succeeded in creating unique technologies within the confines of a Soviet system. “Innovation in Isolation: The Story of Ukrainian IT from the 1940s to Present,” commissioned by MacPaw, sheds light on how Ukraine transformed from a Soviet republic into Europe’s innovation hub.Check out the carousel for a glimpse of the history, and pre-order your copy to dive deeper into Ukraine’s tech legacy. Pre-order via the link: https://lnkd.in/dBHHcVuQ

Not every design decision has your best interests at heart. Dark patterns are sneaky tricks some companies use to manipulate you into making decisions you wouldn't normally make — like signing up for a service you don't need, paying extra, or giving up your privacy. At MacPaw, we believe in ethical design, so here's a quick guide to help you avoid falling for these deceptive tactics. Swipe left to learn how to spot and avoid these design traps. Have you ever encountered a dark pattern? Tell us your story in the comments! And for a deeper dive, head over to the MacPaw Tech blog: https://lnkd.in/djPBbAA6

If you're local to Boston or in town for November, we're thrilled to invite you to the book presentation for “Innovation in Isolation” at the MIT Museum ?? Support Ukraine through the upcoming US release of the book “Innovation in Isolation: The Story of Ukrainian IT from the 1940s to the Present” – a unique journey through Ukraine’s IT history, brought to you by MacPaw. ?? When: Saturday, November 16, 2 pm to 4 pm ?? Where: MIT Museum, Phillip A. Sharp Room, Cambridge, MA Join us for discussions on Ukrainian IT history, insights on US support for Ukraine, and a special giveaway featuring Ukrainian-themed items. Plus, MacPaw’s CEO, Oleksandr Kosovan, will be there to celebrate with us! All proceeds will go to the MacPaw Foundation for humanitarian aid in Ukraine ???? Register now to attend the book presentation via the link ?? https://bit.ly/3Ciit6G

MacPaw presents "Innovation in Isolation: The Story of Ukrainian IT from the 1940s to the Present." Now available for pre-order in the US! ???? This book recounts the growth of Soviet-era cybernetics in Ukraine and introduces readers to modern Ukrainian tech giants. Featuring archival photos and exclusive interviews, it showcases the contributions of Ukrainian engineers who innovated "inside the box" of the Soviet system. "Innovation in Isolation" is about resilience, determination, and talent that continue to define Ukraine's journey ???? All the proceeds will go to MacPaw Foundation to provide aid for civilians affected by russia's invasion of Ukraine. Pre-order your copy on Amazon at the link: https://lnkd.in/dBHHcVuQ

Can AI level up your React development? ?? Meet v0, an AI-powered tool developed by Vercel. Our Front-End Engineer, Yevhenii Mostipan, explored its potential, diving into how it could streamline workflows and boost productivity in React projects. Discover the journey, challenges, and practical benefits v0 brings to the table — and how it might transform how you work with React. Read the full story and Yevhenii’s take here: https://lnkd.in/e3C5QdQn

We're thrilled to announce that CleanMy?Phone by MacPaw has won the prestigious Red Dot Design Award: Brands & Communication Design 2024, taking top honors in two categories: Apps & Interface and User Experience Design!??? At MacPaw, thoughtful design is our obsession, and creating CleanMy?Phone's sleek, user-friendly experience to make iPhone organization a breeze has been a labor of love. Huge thanks to everyone who supported us, especially our incredible team — your passion and talent made this possible. Here's to many more inspired creations!??

Want a free trip to Apple Park or tips on optimizing VoiceControl and building Safari extensions? Oleksandr Bilous, a Senior Software Engineer from the MacPaw’s Setapp team, has the latest must-knows for iOS and macOS developers in a new @ mainNews episode ?? Check it out on the MacPaw YouTube channel https://lnkd.in/eqwPcu3W