Ukrainian and Serbian presidents met in Belgrade to discuss economic ties, energy cooperation, and security, signaling potential fintech and digital economy collaboration.
Russia continues military strikes across Ukraine despite Kyiv's ceasefire offer starting May 6, heightening regional instability and raising concerns for digital and fintech sectors.
Moscow's May 9 Victory Day parade will exclude military vehicles for the first time in years due to security concerns, reflecting operational shifts amid ongoing regional tensions.
The EU warns Serbia may lose €1.5 billion in reform funds due to democratic backsliding, risking setbacks in digital economy and fintech sector development.
Lithuania and Latvia have blocked Slovak PM Robert Fico’s flight to Moscow on May 9, reflecting geopolitical tensions impacting European airspace and regional fintech sectors.