Dynamics of export of goods in january-november 2024 by the most important items in relation to the same period of 2023, %
A Digital Sovereignty Alliance has been created in Ukraine, bringing together leading domestic cloud providers: GigaCloud, De Novo, and the PARKOVY data center. This was announced in an author’s column on Interfax-Ukraine by Vladimir Belov, director of GigaCloud in Ukraine.
The initiative came together after De Novo CEO Maxim Ageev publicly highlighted the risks of storing critical data abroad. “We decided to create a platform for professional dialogue and collaboration,” Belov explained.
According to him, digital sovereignty today is not only a matter of security, but also the foundation of economic independence. The Alliance’s key goal is to ensure that state registries, medical, and financial data are stored within Ukrainian jurisdiction. Other tasks include developing common standards and conditions for data centers and cloud services, participating in the development of a regulatory framework, and creating a sustainable digital architecture.
The column pays particular attention to the idea of creating digital embassies (Data Embassies) — data centers abroad that are subject to Ukrainian law. GigaCloud already uses European hosting platforms, retaining control over customer data.
“Digital sovereignty is about independence, but not isolation. We are ready to cooperate with European associations on an equal footing,” Belov concluded, calling on market participants to join the Alliance.
Source: Author’s column by Vladimir Belov, GigaCloud Country Director in Ukraine, published on the Interfax-Ukraine website
Alliance Novobud has won the prestigious Ukrainian Business Award for the third year in a row, receiving the title of BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2025. This recognition is a testament to the stability and professionalism of the developer’s team, which continues to implement large-scale projects even in the face of war and economic instability.
Since resuming operations in April 2022, Alliance Novobud has been actively working on all of its construction sites. In particular, over the past year, the company has completed its first project in the capital, the Illinsky House club house, commissioned a residential complex in Brovary, Lavandovy, and is continuing preparatory work for the start of sales of a new building in the legendary Lisovy Kvartal project.
The Ukrainian Business Award is an annual award presented to successful companies and business leaders in Ukraine for achievements in various fields, such as finance, investment, marketing, development, innovation, and more. UBA has a significant impact on the development of the business environment in Ukraine and contributes to increasing the level of competition and quality of business in the country.
Alliance Novobud is a reliable developer of progressive formation, which has been operating in the construction market of Kyiv and the region for over 18 years. The company designs and builds meaningful spaces for living, recreation, and self-realization.
Receiving the BUSINESS OF THE YEAR 2025 award is confirmation of the high level of professionalism of the Alliance Novobud team and its ability to achieve high results despite all challenges. The company continues to bring to life the dream of every Ukrainian — the dream of owning a high-quality home.
Alliance Novobud, Illinsky House, Lavender, Ukrainian Business Award
The residential real estate market in Montenegro in 2025 is showing steady growth due to high demand from foreign investors, limited supply, and positive economic expectations related to the country’s possible accession to the European Union in 2026.
Current market situation
According to the Tranio portal, the average price of apartments in Montenegro is around €3,800 per square meter, and houses are around €3,600 per square meter. However, prices vary significantly depending on the region and type of property.
Coastal regions
Tivat: apartment prices range from €3,500 to €5,500 per square meter, especially in areas adjacent to Porto Montenegro.
Budva: the cost per square meter in new buildings ranges from €3,000 to €4,200, and in finished properties — from €2,800 to €3,800.
Kotor: housing prices range from €2,400 to €3,800 per square meter.
Herceg Novi: the cost per square meter reaches €5,800.
Other regions
Bar: house prices average €1,300 per square meter, making this region more affordable for investors.
Podgorica: in the country’s capital, apartments start at €800 per square meter, and houses start at €1,000 per square meter.
Factors influencing price growth
High demand from foreign investors: Montenegro attracts buyers from Europe, Russia, and the Middle East thanks to its favorable tax policy and attractive geographical location.
Limited supply: The construction of new properties is not keeping pace with growing demand, especially in coastal areas, leading to a housing shortage. Economic growth and prospects for EU accession: Montenegro’s expected accession to the European Union makes the region more stable for long-term investment, which has a positive impact on the real estate market.
Forecast for 2026
Experts predict that real estate prices in Montenegro will continue to rise in 2026. In the most sought-after regions, such as Budva and Tivat, growth could reach 15%. This makes investing in Montenegrin real estate promising, especially given the limited supply and stable demand.
Express Insurance (Kyiv) collected insurance premiums totaling UAH 269.8 million in January-March 2025, which is 41.3% more than in the same period of 2024, according to the insurer’s website. The increase in insurance premiums was made possible by the growth in new customers and a steady increase in the number of contracts concluded compared to the previous year.
Thus, premiums under CASCO contracts for this period amounted to UAH 179.6 million, which is UAH 27.9 million, or 18.4%, more than in the same period of 2024, under MTPL – UAH 83 million (+51.4%), and under other types of insurance – UAH 7.2 million.
In January-March 2025, the company’s total insurance claims amounted to UAH 96.8 million.
Express Insurance was founded in 2008 and is part of the UkrAVTO group of companies. It specializes in motor insurance. The insurance company’s consistently high claims settlement rate is ensured by optimal interaction with partner service stations. Since April 2012, Express Insurance has been an associate member of the Motor Transport Insurance Bureau of Ukraine.
