Ukraine: Not Just an Agri-Titan – A Rising IT Powerhouse
- Entrypoint
- Apr 30
- 2 min read
Ukraine has long been celebrated for its fertile soil and agricultural exports. But in the shadow of grain fields and sunflower rows, another economic giant is growing—quieter, faster, and digital. Ukraine’s IT sector has emerged as one of the most dynamic in Eastern Europe, offering world-class software products, deep technical talent, and globally recognised brands.
It’s time to look beyond agriculture and recognise Ukraine as a full-fledged technology leader.
From Outsourcing to Innovation Hubs
Ukraine’s service-based IT ecosystem has long powered global tech operations. Companies like SoftServe, Infopulse, N-iX, Sigma Software, and Intellias are trusted partners for Fortune 500 firms. These firms don’t just code—they architect complex fintech, automotive, e-commerce, cybersecurity, and more solutions.
This strong outsourcing backbone is now being matched by an equally impressive ecosystem of product-based companies.
Ukrainian Product Companies You Already Know
Ukraine isn’t just writing code for others—it’s building globally used products:
• Grammarly – The AI-powered writing assistant used by millions daily
• GitLab – A top DevOps platform, co-founded by a Ukrainian
• Reface – Viral face-swap app built on advanced AI
• BetterMe – A leading fitness and wellness app with over 100M users
• MacPaw – Maker of CleanMyMac and other global Mac software
• Preply – Online language learning marketplace
• People.ai, Reply, Ahrefs, Restream – SaaS tools now core to sales, SEO, and streaming strategies worldwide

Whether it’s cybersecurity (like SOC Prime and AiSDR) or creative tools like Respeecher, Ukraine is delivering cutting-edge technology to the world stage.
The Talent Engine Behind the Tech
This success is no accident. Ukraine boasts:
• Over 300,000 tech specialists
• A strong emphasis on STEM education
• Resilience and adaptability honed by crisis and conflict
• Competitive pricing and high-quality engineering
Even in wartime, Ukraine’s developers haven’t just stayed online—they’ve scaled.
More Than a Moment—A Movement
Ukraine’s digital economy accounted for ~4% of GDP in 2023, and that number is growing fast. The government’s Diia.City initiative and broad digital transformation efforts have opened the doors for both local innovation and foreign investment.
Tech isn’t just a sideline anymore—it’s a national pillar.
Conclusion: Invest in Ukraine’s Digital Future
Ukraine is still an agri-titan. But it’s also a digital innovator, cybersecurity guardian, SaaS engine, and AI trailblazer.
For international investors, tech buyers, and partners, the message is clear:
Don’t just look at Ukraine’s land. Look at its code. Entrypoint helps organisations navigate and access Ukraine’s tech sector—from startup scouting to risk assessment and market entry. Let’s uncover the opportunities together.
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