Key Highlights of January: New Media, Community Rebranding, and Rebuilding Efforts

??Scroll.media — a New Media Outlet About Tech Business, Initiated by Lviv IT Cluster

A new media platform focusing on the Ukrainian tech business landscape — Scroll.media — was launched in Ukraine. The project is led by a team of professionals who deeply understand the market's challenges and needs. Scroll Media covers news about the tech business, Ukrainian startups, investments, legislation, marketing, recruitment, insights into creating beneficial partnerships, and M&A deals. Another key focus is Defense Tech. With growing European and American interest in Ukrainian military developments, Scroll.media aims to deliver relevant coverage. The media outlet’s team also plans to publish research, investigations, explainers, and stories about Ukrainian businesses. The launch of Scroll.media was supported by about 30 Ukrainian tech companies and the Lviv IT Cluster.

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??Lviv IT Cluster Has Rebranded Its Professional Communities

The rebranding of our professional communities is all about a modern and vibrant design, updated rules, and even more engaging content and activities. Now, community participation offers even more opportunities: members will access relevant news and useful articles, and join webinars and exclusive events tailored specifically to their professional interests.

Community members can also actively contribute to content creation, share their ideas, or launch their own initiatives. That includes becoming webinar speakers, writing posts or articles, and even leading one of the communities. If you're ready to share insights and inspire a community of like-minded professionals, contact project manager Diana at [email protected].

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??The Initial Stages of Rebuilding on Konovaltsia Street Have Begun

The first phase of work to eliminate the consequences of the missile strike on the residential building at 46 Konovaltsia Street is underway. The contractor is currently reinforcing the roof structure, replacing windows, and partially repairing exterior walls. The gas supply has already been restored, and a video surveillance system is being installed. The building repair is part of the Lviv City Council’s initiative “Adopt a House.” The project is financed by the charitable fund of Lviv IT Cluster and member companies, including Intellias , Avenga , Sombra , Linkup Studio , Forbytes , Impressit , Relevant Software , PLVision , EMBROX Solutions , CharStudio , Jappware , Deviark , Scimus , Simulmedia , in partnership with Kormotech Global and Enzym Group .

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??Lviv IT Cluster Met with JETRO Representatives

On January 29, representatives of the JETRO - Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) visited the Lviv office of the Cluster. The meeting focused on the tech industry's role in Ukraine's economy during the war and the prospects for sector development. The delegation included Tomohiro YODEN , Deputy Director General of JETRO's Warsaw office, and Osamu Taki, Director General of the Overseas Business Development Department. The foreign guests learned about the state of Ukraine's tech industry in the third year of the full-scale invasion and the sector's development prospects. Our team shared key findings from the IT Research Ukraine 2024 study, highlighting trends in tech service exports, migration trends among tech specialists, and the current labor market situation. We also presented the association's key initiatives and projects to foster the growth of Ukraine's tech ecosystem and open new opportunities for tech professionals.

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