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Barnabás Heincz

Safety obsession | How our society is being destroyed by too much safety
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Safety obsession | How our society is being destroyed by too much safety

“Live dangerously. Safety is often built on a world as imagined by authoritarian narratives and top-down control, rather than the reality as done by those getting on with their lives. Safety is just part of what we do, not the main focus of why we are doing it.” - Carol
World-leading defence technology in Hungary
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World-leading defence technology in Hungary

With our radio helmets on, we are sitting in the cockpit of one of the world’s most advanced infantry fighting vehicles. The ramp closes, and the unique atmosphere created by the red light that breaks the darkness of the interior is broken by opening a hatch. Turning is quick
How has the Russian speaking minority in Estonia changed?
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How has the Russian speaking minority in Estonia changed?

Interview with Andrey Makarychev, Russian professor living in Estonia, who said that the number of applications for Estonian citizenship has risen since the start of the war among the Russian speakers. Our interview from Estonia where society changes significantly since the war started. The Russian border is only about 55
The Russian ‘culture of death’ — interview with Andrey Makarychev

The Russian ‘culture of death’ — interview with Andrey Makarychev

Russian society is fragmented and atomized, and does not believe in collective public action—said Andrey Makarychev, Professor at University of Tartu, who left Russia a decade ago. He explains how Russia lost huge parts of its population during the last century, and much more. Interview on Hype&Hyper. You
China is not our ally–interview on Sino-Russian relations
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China is not our ally–interview on Sino-Russian relations

China is pro-Chinese and not pro-Russian–says Dr. Mikhail Karpov highlighting that BRICS is a paradoxical unity. Insight to the Sino-Russian relations by an expert coming directly from Moscow. How do you see China from the point of view of Russia? Is it an ally or maybe someone who is
The humanitarian agenda is an entry point into peace–interview with Peter Maurer

The humanitarian agenda is an entry point into peace–interview with Peter Maurer

Peace is a long road to go, often involving communication between many parties, says the former president of the Red Cross. Interview on international humanitarian law, prisoner exchanges in Yemen and diplomatic tricks to assist and protect hundreds of thousands of lives. You were the president of the International Committee
The Hungarian startup market faces a series of challenges and misguided responses
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The Hungarian startup market faces a series of challenges and misguided responses

Warsaw is not Budapest. Not in old buildings and historical beauty, certainly, but not in the startup sector, either. The Polish startup sector is the most developed in the Central and Eastern European region, while Hungarian startups are underperforming in a regional comparison. Although the Hungarian startup ecosystem has shown
Are we willing to pay for security and freedom?
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Are we willing to pay for security and freedom?

Discussion on Ukraine’s NATO membership, sacrifices, and freedom, and the failure to meet NATO’s 2008 momentum. An international roundtable with a wide range of thoughts. Participants of the discussion: Heinz Gärtner, Professor for Political Science, University of Vienna, International Institute for Peace; Neli Kirilova, Researcher, European Security and
Why China love conservatives?
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Why China love conservatives?

Western Conservatives and Chinese Marxists agree that any society, and a healthy one in particular, is held together by an integral, holistic culture. What brings two political sides together and why do Chinese intellectuals love Samuel Huntington? Interview with Dr. Eric Hendriks-Kim. Dutch sociologist Dr. Eric Hendriks-Kim, who researches China’
The constant crisis is a natural state for Central Europe
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The constant crisis is a natural state for Central Europe

Experts discussed the possible future of Central European cooperation. Has the Visegrad Four been put in a coffin? We were there; here is our coverage! Participants of the discussion: Piotr Bajda, Head of European Studies, Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University; Dorin-Mircea Dobra, Professor at the Faculty of European Studies, Babes-Bolyai University;
Artificial intelligence could boost GDP

Artificial intelligence could boost GDP

The global economy will expand by 40 percent, and artificial intelligence will create more jobs than it will eliminate. Our AI and startup overview from Budapest! The biggest story of the past year was undoubtedly artificial intelligence (AI). Not only because ChatGPT writes the assignments of countless students nowadays but
How artificial intelligence is revolutionizing consumer society
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How artificial intelligence is revolutionizing consumer society

The technological revolution is at its peak, and artificial intelligence offers possibilities beyond our wildest dreams. Development, collaboration, and convenience are just some of the things artificial intelligence (AI) can help us. We were at Nancy Rademaker’s lecture! A few days ago, I tried out the DALL.E AI
Everything to know about the Pentagon document leaks!
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Everything to know about the Pentagon document leaks!

In the largest leaks scandal of the decade, countless secret Pentagon and NATO documents have come to light. The chaos is huge, but we summarized the most important points. The world’s attention has been on the Pentagon leaks in April: Pages of highly classified US documents began circulating on
Total war on Ukrainian grain
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Total war on Ukrainian grain

Poland put an end to unlimited Ukrainian grain imports, followed by Slovakia, Hungary, and Bulgaria, as Romania also made restrictions. Kyiv is fighting while the European Commission is just watching. Analysis from Hype&Hyper. We wrote just a week ago about how unlimited imports of Ukrainian grain are destroying farmers
A trip to the Carpathians—we visited Cluj-Napoca
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A trip to the Carpathians—we visited Cluj-Napoca

It is not a bad idea to stay in the Carpathian Basin instead of a long weekend in Rome: we visited Cluj-Napoca and enjoyed its culinary and cultural scene. Planning a long weekend is never easy: shall we stay home and relax, visit the countryside, or take a short trip
The European train has passed long ago—interview with Aleksandar Nacev
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The European train has passed long ago—interview with Aleksandar Nacev

Probably we missed the momentum—told Aleksandar Nacev, an expert from North Macedonia to Hype&Hyper, about the EU integration of the Western Balkans. Interview about the enlargement fatigue, the Bulgarian blackmailing, and the NATO enlargement. The European integration process of the Western Balkans got very slow in the past
Cheap Ukrainian grain destroys Central Europe
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Cheap Ukrainian grain destroys Central Europe

The massive imports of Ukrainian grain and its economic consequences are causing turmoil among Central and Eastern Europe’s farmers in the past few months. The problems even affect Polish politics: Henryk Kowalczyk, Poland’s Minister of Agriculture and Rural Development, resigned on 5 April amid growing protests and the
Central Europe should be totally shuffled—interview with Pavlo Klimkin
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Central Europe should be totally shuffled—interview with Pavlo Klimkin

The former Ukrainian Minister of Foreign Affairs told Hype&Hyper that a successful Ukraine is a threat to Putin’s ideology, Hungary should be more empathetic, a new format of Central European cooperation is needed, and an existing Russian society would be beneficial, but there is only a mass of
I always had doubts about the meaning of the European integration—interview with Václav Klaus
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I always had doubts about the meaning of the European integration—interview with Václav Klaus

We live in a post-democracy where major decisions are not made at home but somewhere else—says Václav Klaus, former president of the Czech Republic, who also appoints that Russia was provoked to start the invasion of Ukraine. Our interview on Hype&Hyper. Mr. Klaus, you served as Prime Minister
Is the European integration process moving anywhere?
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Is the European integration process moving anywhere?

Serbia's position is questionable not only in the Balkans but also in European integration. Our interview with Igor Bandović, the Director of the Belgrade Centre for Security Policy. The European integration of the Balkans is in its umpteenth stage–where do you see the process heading? How patient are Balkan
Europe's strongest army is born
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Europe's strongest army is born

The development of the Polish army was a key point of regional security policy even before the Russo-Ukrainian war, and in the last six months, Warsaw has announced huge improvements—the Polish government is developing one of the most powerful armies in Europe. Calculations made this spring put the total
A constructive coexistence that needs to transform
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A constructive coexistence that needs to transform

Interview with Daniel Höltgen, representative of the Council of Europe, about human rights, democracy, and the rule of law in turbulent times of war, violation of law, and a shaking global order. In 1949, the Council of Europe was created to defend and promote the rule of law, democracy, and
Did the Czechs and Poles pass with an A?
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Did the Czechs and Poles pass with an A?

The winter is coming to an end, meaning our region survived one of the most challenging heating seasons caused by the energy crisis. How can we ensure a secure, independent energy supply in the future? We were searching for the answers from a Hungarian perspective with Ottó Toldi, Ph.D.
How is the war seen in countries far away from us?
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How is the war seen in countries far away from us?

How is the Russo-Ukrainian war viewed from Beijing, Delhi, or Cape Town? What is happening on the other side of the world in a changing global political landscape? We invite you to a foreign affairs journey around the world! Hungarian foreign policy experts discussed the perception of the war outside
Can the Russian economy survive?
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Can the Russian economy survive?

The sanctions affect both the European and Russian economies, and their costs and successes are questionable. Economic analysts talked about the sanctions against Russia, financial reserves, and the US dollar’s hegemony. Conference coverage from Hype&Hyper. Prominent Hungarian economists discussed the cost-benefit analysis of the war at the National
Reflections on the war’s first anniversary
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Reflections on the war’s first anniversary

The Russian invasion of Ukraine started a year ago. Thoughts, opportunities, and developments about Ukraine, Russia, international affairs, and the potential of Westlessness. On Tuesday morning, Russian President Vladimir Putin delivered a speech at the joint session of the lower and upper houses of Russia’s parliament to mark the
Mild winters and dry summers awaiting Europe?
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Mild winters and dry summers awaiting Europe?

Extreme cold swept across the United States this winter, while Europe had almost spring-like weather during the Christmas holidays. And last year’s continent-wide drought is likely to come back. We discussed the questions of weather and climate change with Erik Kovács. Interview. Even laymen could observe that winters are
The German government has hesitated, but tanks are finally heading to Ukraine
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The German government has hesitated, but tanks are finally heading to Ukraine

The Merkel era has lulled Germans into a false sense of security that nothing needs to be done and everything will be fine, Bence Bauer, Director of the German-Hungarian Institute for European Cooperation, told our magazine. We discussed Germany’s armament, reality, and its government’s communication. Interview. German Chancellor
Hard to find national consensus about historical narratives—interview on the Post Soviet heritage
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Hard to find national consensus about historical narratives—interview on the Post Soviet heritage

Georgia is a little Christian country in the heart of the Caucasus surrounded by enemies, mostly Muslims, who does not allow us to have the independence and abundance—interview with Nino Kotolashvili, a Georgian historian. In the post-Soviet countries, it is often difficult to interpret history, to explore its narratives—
The recolonization by the comfort class—interview with M. Sornarajah
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The recolonization by the comfort class—interview with M. Sornarajah

You find this duplicated society in almost every country in the world—says professor M. Sornarajah—who was born in Sri Lanka during the British colonial times—about the comfort class that is financed by multinational companies. You were born in Ceylon during the colonial times. It is Sri Lanka
As a kid, I was unaware of what was a war—memories about the Russian aggression in Georgia
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As a kid, I was unaware of what was a war—memories about the Russian aggression in Georgia

After the collapse of the USSR, Georgia was able to declare independence, but apparently was threatened by the Russian Federation to make Georgia again under its influence—Nino Kotolashvili, Georgian historian about the Russian-Georgian War, imperialistic influence and Caucasian perspectives. Interview. Georgia's historical position in the Caucasus is unique: is
The evidence needs to be collected—interview on the genocide in Ukraine
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The evidence needs to be collected—interview on the genocide in Ukraine

You have to be able to really demonstrate genocide and in the war in Ukraine there's a lot of things we don't know—says Norman Naimark, American historian from Stanford University. Interview. I'll cut straight to the chase: how do you see the war crimes committed in Ukraine? Do Bucha
We fight a hybrid war that will end in a hybrid peace
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We fight a hybrid war that will end in a hybrid peace

There will be no serious reconstruction of Ukraine unless we come up with a security umbrella for it—says Daniel Szeligowski, the Head of Eastern Europe Programme of Polish Institute of International Affairs. Interview. One million dollar question: what is going to be the end of the Russo-Ukrainian conflict? If
The collective Putin
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The collective Putin

How do they see us from Moscow? The leaders of Russia's struggle against the “decadent” West still believe in victory, and the collective Putin that permeates all layers of Russian society is still functioning. Read our interview on nuclear weapons, the German and Russian soul, and victory with James Sherr,
Mass migration could turn everything upside down
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Mass migration could turn everything upside down

280 million people are at risk of starvation in Africa. There have been six military coups in West Africa in the last two years. Three experts discussed the international political situation. Viktor Marsai, Head of Research at the Migration Research Institute in Budapest, focused on Africa’s grain crisis as
Fabryka Norblina—Warsaw’s coolest place
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Fabryka Norblina—Warsaw’s coolest place

A guardian of values and history, a sustainable, conceptual brownfield project—this is the Norblin Factory, or Fabryka Norblina in Polish. Hype&Hyper brings you the story of Warsaw’s newest attraction, a space full of adventure. Adventurous history The history of the factory began at the end of the
Which champagne to put on the festive table?
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Which champagne to put on the festive table?

Are sparkling wine consumers interested in super-premium brands? We asked Gábor Kacsóh, director of Fine Brands Company, about the Hungarian premium champagne market and the trends in Hungarian consumption habits. Inflation and the economic crisis affect all social groups. Can a luxury product be a good investment in these challenging
Georgia was, is and will always remain devoted to European aspirations and values
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Georgia was, is and will always remain devoted to European aspirations and values

Interview with Nikoloz Khatiashvili on the Georgian foreign policy, Eastern Partnership and future of the country. Within the Eastern Partnership, Georgia has started to orient itself towards the West. What opportunities did the Eastern Partnership offer, what opportunities did Georgia successfully exploit? Eastern Partnership is one of the most important
Ukraine has to be careful – interview with Olga Pindyuk
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Ukraine has to be careful – interview with Olga Pindyuk

The oligarch issue is important. Ukraine is notorious for its corruption and lack of transparency in the judicial system – says Olga Pindyuk, Ukrainian economist at Vienna Institute for International Economic Studies. Interview. In Hungary, public opinion now revolves around the EU sanctions regarding their failure to work against Russia. What
Hungarian success in the space industry!
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Hungarian success in the space industry!

The BME Suborbitals team’s rocket was successful in Portugal. Hype&Hyper delved into the project’s secrets! The BME Suborbitals team, a group of young engineering students from the Budapest University of Technology and Economics (BME), represented Hungary at Europe's most prestigious rocketry competition with excellent performance. Portugal hosted
NATO is a values-based organisation – interview with Baiba Braže
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NATO is a values-based organisation – interview with Baiba Braže

Strategic communication has never been as important a part of the toolbox of Western alliance systems as it is in today's information war. Our exclusive interview with Baiba Braže, Assistant Secretary General for Public Diplomacy at NATO. The Soviet Union already had a strategic communications department in the 1960s, while
Resilience instead of globalization
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Resilience instead of globalization

The unjust Iraq War blackened the West, but the obscenity must be washed away – a panelist said at The Riga Conference 2022. Hype&Hyper’s conference coverage from Latvia. Realpolitik partially failed when Russia launched the full-scale invasion of Ukraine on 24 February. We attended The Riga Conference 2022, where
If we survive this winter, the geopolitical spring comes
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If we survive this winter, the geopolitical spring comes

The leaders of the West met in Warsaw to discuss the challenges caused by the Russo-Ukrainian war. The following thoughts and statements are snapshots of the war and what our leaders dare to say now. The elite of Central Europe, accompanied by Germany and the US, gathered in Warsaw in
Will the future bring war or peace?
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Will the future bring war or peace?

Follow the Baltics’ largest security conference live on Hype&Hyper! Hype&Hyper is an exclusive partner of The Rīga Conference 2022, the largest security conference in the Baltics. Follow the event live on our platform in English to find out what the future holds for us in the shadow of
The biggest Baltic security conference is about to start!
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The biggest Baltic security conference is about to start!

One of the hotspots of NATO’s eastern flank is the Baltic region, which is increasingly the focus of attention in the wake of the Russia-Ukraine war. Follow The Rīga Conference 2022 live on Hype&Hyper! The annual security and foreign policy forum, The Rīga Conference 2022, will take place
What will be the consequences of the historic drought?
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What will be the consequences of the historic drought?

Everyone has experienced the heatwave caused by climate change in Europe. What is a heatwave for us is a drought for agriculture, and the damage is also historic. We asked climate policy expert Erik Kovács about the plight on the continent and especially in one of the most affected countries
Megaregions in the CEE region
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Megaregions in the CEE region

This article was published in print in Hype&Hyper 2022/2. Illustration by László Bárdos Europe is like a big fruit bowl—while Asia has its Japanese Taiheiyō Belt, the USA its Texas Triangle, our Old Continent has its Blue, Golden and Green Bananas—however, we’re not talking about
NATO must refocus from deterrence by punishment to deterrence by denial – interview with Margarita Šešelgytė
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NATO must refocus from deterrence by punishment to deterrence by denial – interview with Margarita Šešelgytė

We have become the “voice” of pro-western Eastern European countries in Europe – Dr. Margarita Šešelgytė told Hype&Hyper on Lithuania. Interview about the Russian influence in Lithuania, the weaponized migration by Belarus, the Kaliningrad case, and Lithuania’s progressive China policy. We can state that from an economic and geographical
Smart use of the „gas weapon” favors the Russian side - interview on the energy emergency
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Smart use of the „gas weapon” favors the Russian side - interview on the energy emergency

The figures show that the sanctions are negatively affecting both the Russian and the European sides – Máté Litkei, Director of the Climate Policy Institute, told Hype&Hyper. Interview with Máté Litkei and Géza Sebestyén on the energy emergency, sanctions, and the uncertain future. For gas, Russia is much more dependent
Nothing of those cyber mayhem scenarios happened – Bernhards Blumbergs
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Nothing of those cyber mayhem scenarios happened – Bernhards Blumbergs

Historical cyber-attack against Latvia, e-voting system in Estonia, cyber mayhem scenarios and everyday practice of cyber-security during our everyday’s life. Interview with Dr. Bernhards Blumbergs, leading security expert from the Baltics. At the beginning of July, a historical cyber-attack occurred against Latvia by pro-Russian hackers. From an ordinary point
Experts always overestimate the risks - interview with Gábor Matuz
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Experts always overestimate the risks - interview with Gábor Matuz

Given the choice between a cyberattack or a bomb, any IT-savvy person would choose the bomb, cybersecurity expert Gábor Matuz told Hype&Hyper. Interview on the effects of war, cyber defense, and cybersecurity tips for companies and individuals. The Russo-Ukrainian war has also reached cyberspace, with hacker attacks on Russian
Economic Forum in the heart of Europe
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Economic Forum in the heart of Europe

The registration is still open for Karpacz Economic Forum. Do not miss the opportunity to discover the potential of our region in the heart of Europe, Hypeandhyper will be there! The Economic Forum is the largest and the most important conference in Central and Eastern Europe. For 30 years now,
Where our common future is being built
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Where our common future is being built

The 31st Economic Forum in Karpacz is the largest meeting platform in Central and Eastern Europe, where our future is being built. The event will take place in Poland from 6 to 8 September. The 31st Economic Forum in Karpacz is the largest meeting platform in Central and Eastern Europe,
A multipolar world comes without Russia - interview with Máté Vigóczki
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A multipolar world comes without Russia - interview with Máté Vigóczki

Western sanctions with severe consequences, partially failed military operations, unrealistic superpower aspirations, and shrinking room for maneuver. We discussed these issues of the Russo-Ukrainian war, among other things, with Máté György Vigóczki, a Russia expert. Six months have passed since the Russian invasion of Ukraine began. The Russians launched a
Impossible to live on the bridge – Exclusive interview with Sigita Struberga
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Impossible to live on the bridge – Exclusive interview with Sigita Struberga

“I see that the only way how to speak with Russia is from the position of power” – told Sigita Struberga to Hypeandhyper, the Secretary-General of the Latvian Transatlantic Organisation. Interview on cyber-security, integration of Russian speaking minorities in Latvia, war and geopolitics and Russian disinformation in the Baltics. At the
Rocket science is still in its infancy - BME Suborbitals x European Rocketry Challenge
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Rocket science is still in its infancy - BME Suborbitals x European Rocketry Challenge

The BME Suborbitals team from Hungary has qualified for Europe’s most prestigious international rocketry competition. The group of university students is studying rocket theory one week and then launching rockets the next. Interview on the potential of rocket technology and space exploration from the perspective of university students. The
Tallinn, the culinary paradise - Hypeandhyper's favorite restaurants
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Tallinn, the culinary paradise - Hypeandhyper's favorite restaurants

Estonia’s capital is a culinary hotspot. We have delved into the mysteries of Slavic, Russian, and Estonian cuisine to bring you three of Tallinn’s best restaurants. Our recommendations from the Jewel of the Baltic, Tallinn. Tallinn is a magical city, as is the whole Baltic region. In the
Gamer Poland—Poland, the video game superpower
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Gamer Poland—Poland, the video game superpower

In 2022, in the era of the metaverse, any kind of digital development ensures considerable competitive advantage and an inexhaustible treasure chest for those who invest in it, and video games are no different. These games have become a part of our lives without us noticing—sitting on the underground
Air pollution kills tens of thousands in Poland
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Air pollution kills tens of thousands in Poland

In Poland, 70 percent of electricity is generated by coal, and most residential heating systems are also coal or wood-fired. Following Kraków, Warsaw has recently introduced a coal ban that can save thousands of lives. Warsaw bans coal burning from October 2023. Yes, you have read correctly: 2023, and not
How eMAG became a top e-commerce company
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How eMAG became a top e-commerce company

Founded in 2001, eMAG is today the most valuable Romanian company, the market leader in three countries, and a competitor to the most prominent international rivals. E-commerce is a highly competitive market where only the most successful companies can survive—the eMAG story from Hype&Hyper. Most people still associate
The Visegrád Group is neither a geopolitical nor a military entity | Neighbourhood Dialogues x V4
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The Visegrád Group is neither a geopolitical nor a military entity | Neighbourhood Dialogues x V4

Hungarian experts discussed the war’s impact on the Visegrád Group, the refugee crisis, the oil and gas embargo, and Ukraine’s road to EU membership. Hype&Hyper’s conference coverage from Budapest. It seems the Russo-Ukrainian war has undermined the unity of the Visegrád Group, and the alliance lost
Rebuilding Ukraine is an enormous opportunity | Neighbourhood Dialogues x V4
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Rebuilding Ukraine is an enormous opportunity | Neighbourhood Dialogues x V4

Central Europe is an ambiguous concept, and future challenges might further strengthen the cooperation of the Visegrád Group members, despite the current conflicts. Czech, Slovak, and American experts debated on the Visegrád Group and Central and Eastern Europe. Conference coverage from Hype & Hyper. The first question is if Central Europe
Strategic autonomy, fully integrated capacity | Interview on EU space industry
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Strategic autonomy, fully integrated capacity | Interview on EU space industry

Why so many young people are choosing Europe over Silicon Valley? We asked Ugo Celestino Directorate-General for Defense Industry and Space from European Commission about the space industry of the European Union, common successes and the deterioration of space relations not seen since the Cold War. Our interview. The strategic
How to save the life-giving soil | Phylazonit
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How to save the life-giving soil | Phylazonit

Intensive farming can reduce the humus content of the soil by a third. The gut microbiota is responsible for human health in the same way as the soil bacteria contribute to the health of the soil, thus, to nutrient-rich and healthy plants, cereals, and vegetables—portrait of Phylazonit, the Hungarian
The engineers and the central bank of the future | Interview with Péter Fáykiss and Gábor Magyar, Ph.D.
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The engineers and the central bank of the future | Interview with Péter Fáykiss and Gábor Magyar, Ph.D.

There is no question that we have been witnessing unprecedented technological progress since the second half of the 20th century. The universities and the financial systems must keep pace with innovation, not to mention central banks. Interview with Péter Fáykiss, Director of the Digitalization Directorate of the Central Bank of
The cost of energy independence
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The cost of energy independence

„Moscow last year earned $50 billion from oil and gas supplies to the EU. And this year, due to the increased prices, the Russian revenues will reach $40 billion already in the coming days,” says energy expert Olivér Hortay. At what cost can Europe cut oil and gas imports from
The environmental impact of the war can last for a century
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The environmental impact of the war can last for a century

After the industrial revolutions, the development of technology and warfare further increased the impact of wars on the environment, says Erik Kovács Dr. We discussed the ecological implications of the Russo-Ukrainian war, lessons from history, and the most severe environmental degradations—interview on Hype&Hyper. In one of your analyses,
Daring taste, Hungarian concept | Meet the Gay Hussar, the first Hungarian natural gin
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Daring taste, Hungarian concept | Meet the Gay Hussar, the first Hungarian natural gin

The taste of the latest Hungarian gin called Gay Hussar, which has not only won our acclaim, but many international awards, too, is defined by Tokaj Hárslevelű (Lime tree leaf) and laurel. Dive deep into the world of the first Hungarian natural gin. If I wanted to describe the early
False alarm on climate change? | Interview with Bjørn Lomborg
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False alarm on climate change? | Interview with Bjørn Lomborg

Generations are panicking about climate change, but some people believe that innovation can solve the crucial problems of our future, which is perhaps not as horrendous as the media portray it. Interview with Bjørn Lomborg on innovation, third world development, and climate hysteria’s baselessness. The title of your new
The necessity to focus on the opportunities arising from global transition | Expert on Western sanctions
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The necessity to focus on the opportunities arising from global transition | Expert on Western sanctions

“The attempts to isolate have not worked even with small countries such as Cuba or North Korea. Compared to them, Russia is an immeasurably larger player in the global economy, with a potentially self-sufficient territory and raw material base”–says György Ilyash, researcher of the Hungarian Institute for Foreign Affairs
The Hungarian faces of the e-scooter revolution | Rollin Technologies
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The Hungarian faces of the e-scooter revolution | Rollin Technologies

What Tesla or BMW have done in the electric car industry; Rollin Technologies has started in electric micro-mobility. Here is our portrait and interview with the Hungarian pioneers of the e-scooter revolution who can rewrite our modern urban landscape. What Tesla or BMW have done in the electric car industry;
European consumers will face higher prices | Agricultural expert about the effects of Russian-Ukrainian war
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European consumers will face higher prices | Agricultural expert about the effects of Russian-Ukrainian war

“The main problem is when production and market become disconnected, our region tends to fall into this mistake”–says Gábor Nagy, the CEO of Agrina Consulting, Hungary. The expert is asked about rising food prices, the opportunities for regional agricultural policy and the effectiveness of sanctions against Russia. Russia is
Our region shows adjustability in changing circumstances | Economist about the effects of Russian-Ukrainian war
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Our region shows adjustability in changing circumstances | Economist about the effects of Russian-Ukrainian war

Rising inflationary pressures, stuck supply chains, Western sanctions, a collapsing Russian economy and the situation and opportunities for our region. We talked about these topics with Dr. Karsten Staehr, Professor of Macroeconomics from the Tallinn University of Technology, Estonia. The impact of EU sanctions has already been felt radically in
New walls will become a Digital Iron Curtain | Interview with Abishur Prakash
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New walls will become a Digital Iron Curtain | Interview with Abishur Prakash

This conflict is being waged in the cyber and digital spheres, as much as on the ground–says Abishur Prakash geopolitical futurist to Hype&Hyper, who we spoke to about the changing geopolitical landscape, the war in the digital space and Europe’s new digital Iron Curtain in the context
Is this how to achieve climate neutrality? | Debate with experts
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Is this how to achieve climate neutrality? | Debate with experts

Nuclear energy, Chernobyl and Fukushima, renewable green energy and Greenpeace transparency were among the issues discussed by experts at the Climate Policy Institute event in Budapest. Read our report to find out how we can be climate neutral! Is nuclear energy green? The question is particularly pressing today, as the
Creativity is an asset in agriculture too | NAK TechLab
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Creativity is an asset in agriculture too | NAK TechLab

The Hungarian Chamber of Agriculture (NAK) is the largest agricultural advocacy organization in Hungary, and with its own startup program it is a flagship for the spread of digital solutions in agriculture. Although many people associate agriculture with manual labor, processes operated by drones, robots or artificial intelligence are already
The garbage revolution | Interview with Tom Szaky, pioneer of modern waste management
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The garbage revolution | Interview with Tom Szaky, pioneer of modern waste management

We spoke to one of the greatest innovators of our time, Tom Szaky, about the “ass of the human environment” – waste management. Our interview with the founder of TerraCycle and Loop about the circular economy, the science of waste, and dirty nappies full of DNA. In a previous interview, you
Tomorrow's problems can’t be solved with yesterday's technology | Exclusive interview with Bayer Vice-President Matthias Berninger
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Tomorrow's problems can’t be solved with yesterday's technology | Exclusive interview with Bayer Vice-President Matthias Berninger

We talked to Matthias Berninger, Vice President of Public Affairs, Science and Sustainability at Bayer, about the lack of innovation in Europe, sustainability and digitalisation, the future of agriculture and the rule of the masses. All the burning issues for our future, through the glasses of a company that spends
Communication is the path to innovation in the region | Interview with Claudia Patricolo
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Communication is the path to innovation in the region | Interview with Claudia Patricolo

We talked to Claudia Patricolo, Editor-in-chief of CEEenergynews — who left Paris and Rome to build her career in Budapest — about the energy market in Central Europe, as well as discussing the gas and energy crisis, and innovation. Interview. First of all, I’d like to ask you about your career.
The urban infrastructure of 150 years ago was more sustainable than today's | Interview with Dávid Vitézy on smart cities and Budapest
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The urban infrastructure of 150 years ago was more sustainable than today's | Interview with Dávid Vitézy on smart cities and Budapest

In many aspects, Budapest—a city that used to be the capital of the Habsburg Monarchy—was more sustainable 150 years ago than it is now, said Dávid Vitézy, as we talked with him about modern cities, innovation, and the development of Budapest’s trackbased public transport system. Check out
Using wood sustainably is the most environmentally friendly solution | Interview with Péter Csóka, Forester
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Using wood sustainably is the most environmentally friendly solution | Interview with Péter Csóka, Forester

If we’re to cut trees within the framework of reasonable and sustainable forestry, then the cutting and usage of trees is by far the most environmentally friendly way of producing certain types of products and services. We talked to Péter Csóka about the life cycle of wood and global
Growth through sustainability | Interview with Alberto Di-Leo on corporate sustainability
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Growth through sustainability | Interview with Alberto Di-Leo on corporate sustainability

In Alberto Di-Leo’s opinion, stable growth can be achieved while also ensuring sustainability, the circular economy is already shaping the future, and in a world where 2 billion are obese, while 1 billion go to sleep hungry every night, multinational corporations have a special responsibility when it comes to
Human nature is wired to respond to short-term problems | Interview with Dario Soto-Abril on water management
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Human nature is wired to respond to short-term problems | Interview with Dario Soto-Abril on water management

We talked to Dario Soto-Abril, CEO of Global Water Partnership (GWP), about water conservation, the opportunities behind human nature, and residential water use. Check out the video! The Hype&Hyper team interviewed Dario Soto-Abrillo, CEO of Global Water Partnership (GWP) at Planet Budapest 2021. During the interview, we discussed the
Digitalization will change all industries | Interview with BCG Chairman Hans Paul-Bürkner
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Digitalization will change all industries | Interview with BCG Chairman Hans Paul-Bürkner

We talked to Hans Paul-Bürkner, Chairman of the Boston Consulting Group, about the biggest challenges of the 21st century. Digitalization, machines and people, localized supply chains and their sustainability, all through the lens of the world’s leading consulting firm. Check out the video! The Hype&Hyper team interviewed one
NATO’s biggest challenge | Interview with Janne H. Matláry
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NATO’s biggest challenge | Interview with Janne H. Matláry

We asked Janne H. Matláry, professor and strategic expert at the University of Oslo, about Europe’s security situation, the strategic tandem of the UK and France, NATO’s current status, and its greatest challenge. We can say that until the collapse of the Soviet Union we lived in a
On sustainability for a secure future | Planet Budapest 2021 x Hype&Hyper
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On sustainability for a secure future | Planet Budapest 2021 x Hype&Hyper

This week, Hype&Hyper takes a special journey into the world of sustainability. Forestry, corporate sustainability, water efficiency tricks for the home, modern urbanism and the circular economy are just some of the topics our readers can learn more about for a secure future. Planet Budapest 2021 Sustainability Expo and
Sustainability in Central Europe | Planet Budapest 2021
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Sustainability in Central Europe | Planet Budapest 2021

Future generations, sustainability and profitability, as well as Hungary’s biggest environmental event to date, the Planet Budapest 2021 Sustainability Expo and World Summit, were among the topics we discussed with István Joó, Government Commissioner. Budapest has hosted several world events this autumn; with world-class exhibitions taking place one after
Thinking in a system—‌the KÜRT Academy’s future-proof model
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Thinking in a system—‌the KÜRT Academy’s future-proof model

We have a clear picture of how digital technologies will transform value chains—says Tamás Kürti, founder of KÜRT Academy, whom we asked about the professions of the future and the project with Moholy-Nagy University of Art and Design. Interview. On KÜRT Academy’s website, we are greeted with the
Winter is coming—The energy strategy of our region II.
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Winter is coming—The energy strategy of our region II.

Central European gas games, regional integration and freezing winter. Poland is becoming independent of Russian gas, building a north-south corridor and managing a complete energy transition. Hungary is signing a long-term contract with Gazprom, while also looking to other sources. Analysis of the region’s energy and gas strategy—Part
All countries should connect to the space sector within their capabilities—Orsolya Ferencz on the HUNOR space program
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All countries should connect to the space sector within their capabilities—Orsolya Ferencz on the HUNOR space program

It’s been 41 years since Hungary first went into space, but not for the last time. The HUNOR space program will allow Hungarian astronauts to fly again in 2024, marking the beginning of Hungary’s space industry revolution. We talked with Orsolya Ferencz, Ministerial Commissioner for Space Research. No
A new space age with exponential growth?—István Sárhegyi on the space industry
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A new space age with exponential growth?—István Sárhegyi on the space industry

The Hungarian space industry can look back on several decades of history, the Russian radiation-detection equipment used on the International Space Station is supplied by Hungary, and the global space industry could be a trillion-dollar business by 2040, and Central Europe is not going to be left out of it.
Winter is coming—The energy strategy of our region I.
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Winter is coming—The energy strategy of our region I.

Central European gas games, regional integration and freezing winter. Poland is becoming independent of Russian gas, building a north-south corridor and managing a complete energy transition. Hungary is signing a long-term contract with Gazprom, while also looking to other sources. Analysis of the region’s energy and gas strategy—Part
Poland, the digital superpower
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Poland, the digital superpower

Billion-dollar clouds, the continent’s biggest video game developer and a cyber defense buffer zone—how did Poland become the digital superpower of our region? Warsaw is not a typical Central European city. Poland, however, is a typical Central European country, with all its possibilities and potential. In the small
Unprecedented cooperation between the V4 and Egypt
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Unprecedented cooperation between the V4 and Egypt

Budapest hosted a V4-Egypt foreign ministers’ summit. At first glance, the increased interest and expansion of Central Europe in the North African country may seem interesting, but looking at the economic dimension, the relationship is very fruitful. The Visegrad Four’s export activity to Egypt was close to $1.4