VEON's subsidiary Jazz International Holding Limited has completed the acquisition of a 76.33% controlling stake in TPL Insurance Limited for approximately PKR 4.55 billion (~USD 16.4 million). The acquisition integrates insurance into VEON's digital ecosystem in Pakistan, which already includes JazzCash and Mobilink Bank, serving over 100 million customers. TPL Insurance is an AA-rated InsurTech company offering digital motor, health, fire, and property insurance products.

Kyivstar and Ukraine's Ministry of Economy signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a sovereign AI-ready data center in Ukraine. The initiative aims to strengthen Ukraine's technological sovereignty, support critical sectors like public administration and defense, and attract domestic and international investment in the country's digital economy. Kyivstar plans to fund the project within its existing capital expenditure plans.

Kyivstar and VEON have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Ukraine's Ministry of Economy to develop a sovereign AI-ready data center in Ukraine. The initiative aims to strengthen Ukraine's technological sovereignty, support critical sectors like public administration and financial services, and catalyze investment in the country's digital economy. The project is expected to require long-term investment and partnership between strategic investors and the government.

Uklon, a ride-hailing platform owned by VEON Ltd., has launched Uklon Store, expanding beyond mobility into e-commerce. The service begins with same-day flower deliveries in Kyiv through a marketplace model partnering with independent florists. The expansion leverages Uklon's existing driver network and 5.1 million active users, representing VEON's strategy to deepen customer engagement across its digital ecosystem.

Uklon, a subsidiary of Kyivstar, has launched Uklon Store, an in-app marketplace starting with flowers as the first category in Kyiv. The move represents the company's expansion from ride-hailing into e-commerce, leveraging its existing user base and delivery infrastructure to create new revenue streams and improve monetization.

Uklon, a subsidiary of Kyivstar Group Ltd., has signed a definitive agreement to acquire E-wings, Ukraine's leading electric scooter operator, for UAH 97.6 million (approximately USD 2.2 million). The acquisition is expected to close in Q3 2026 and will integrate E-wings' micromobility services into Uklon's platform, creating a comprehensive urban mobility ecosystem that includes ride-hailing, delivery, advertising, and travel services.

Bitcoin has plummeted to nearly $61,000, its lowest level since February, dropping over 30% in six months while the S&P 500 and Nasdaq have gained 10% and 14% respectively. The selloff was triggered by a company selling a small portion of its Bitcoin holdings, causing $1.35 billion in liquidations. In contrast, US tech stocks are attracting risk-taking investors due to strong fundamentals driven by AI adoption and earnings growth rather than sentiment-driven trading.

VEON Ltd. announced it will release its Q2 and half-year 2026 financial results on July 31, 2026, with a management conference call to follow. The company also successfully closed a USD 1.4 billion dual-tranche senior bond offering to refinance 2027 notes ahead of schedule. Additionally, VEON's Kyivstar and Uklon launched Ukraine's first live testing of autonomous vehicle technology.

Kyivstar Group has acquired six solar power plants in Ukraine's Lviv region with a total installed capacity of 105 MW for UAH 3.6 billion (USD 80.8 million). The acquisition increases Kyivstar's green energy generation capacity to 118 MW, enabling it to produce approximately 30% of its annual electricity consumption. The company plans to supply electricity to Ukraine's unified energy system while hedging its own energy costs.

An independent Frontier Economics report commissioned by VEON demonstrates that reducing mobile-specific taxation in Bangladesh (from 47% to 23%) and Pakistan (from 37% to 17%) could accelerate digital transformation and ultimately increase government revenues. The analysis projects GDP per capita growth would rise from 6.6% to 7.2% in Bangladesh and from 4.2% to 4.5% in Pakistan, with initial tax revenue losses offset by broader economic growth by 2030-2031.

VEON and its subsidiary Kyivstar have completed their USD 1 billion investment commitment to Ukraine ahead of schedule, delivering USD 1.3 billion (130% of target) between 2023 and April 2026. Investments focused on network connectivity, energy resilience, satellite services, and strategic acquisitions including ride-hailing platform Uklon and healthcare platform Tabletki.ua, demonstrating confidence in Ukraine's digital future amid ongoing conflict.

Kyivstar Group Ltd. and VEON have completed a $1.3 billion multi-year investment program in Ukraine, exceeding their $1 billion commitment by 30% ahead of schedule. The investments focused on expanding telecommunications infrastructure, digital services, energy resilience, and strategic acquisitions including Uklon, Tabletki.ua, and SUNVIN 11 to strengthen connectivity and support Ukraine's digital transformation during wartime.