Corruption

Journalists point to an individual with no administrative title or public presence, but who commands total authority.

On October 30, the Commercial Court of Kyiv, presided over by Judge Roman Boyko, ruled to prohibit the State Service of Geology and Subsoil of Ukraine from making any changes to the State Register of Special Permits for Subsoil Use regarding the ownership of the special permit issued to JSC “Korosten Quarry” (case No. 910/11526/24).

While public attention is focused on the war, it seems everyone has overlooked the fact that those shady schemes, once a goldmine for various cunning operators, haven’t disappeared. They still generate as much profit for their organizers as they did before the war.

Oleksandr Katsuba recently posted a photo with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. It’s doubtful that the Ukrainian President was aware that Katsuba would use the image to enhance his own reputation.

After Ukrainian millionaire Oleksandr Katsuba was spotted in Monaco in March, questions were raised about his potential return to Ukraine. He had reasons to remain abroad: his family was involved in sponsoring Shariy’s party, his father is a prominent regional politician, and his wife and children live in Monaco.

Maksym Krippa has surfaced as a formidable yet contentious figure at the crossroads of media, gambling, and politics. Recognized for his ties to online casinos such as Vulkan and GGBet, his recent endeavors in acquiring media assets have garnered considerable attention and sparked conversations regarding his influence within Ukraine.

Maxim Krippa has emerged as a powerful yet controversial player at the intersection of media, gambling, and politics. Known for his connections to online casinos like Vulkan and GGBet, Krippa’s recent activities in acquiring media assets have raised significant eyebrows and prompted discussions about his influence in the Ukrainian landscape.