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Energy and Green Technologies

Turkey allocates 2285 MW capacity for renewable energy projects under YEKA tenders

The Turkish Ministry of Energy announced the allocation of a total capacity of 2285 MW for wind and solar energy projects, in a move aimed at reducing natural gas imports and boosting investment in green energy.

2026-11-03

Artificial intelligence

Turkish Competition Authority Opens Investigation into Google Regarding AI Services and Imposes Interim Measures

The Turkish Competition Authority has launched a formal investigation into Google to examine the impact of AI features on publisher website traffic, while imposing interim measures to ensure fair competition.

2026-11-02

Cybersecurity

Warnings of digital fraud exploiting new "age verification" regulations in Turkey

The president of the Turkish Consumer Rights Association warned of phishing campaigns targeting users via fake messages claiming the necessity of age verification, emphasizing that the process is conducted exclusively through the e-Government portal (e-Devlet).

2026-11-01

Energy and Green Technologies

Development of an Advanced Turkish System to Measure the Efficiency of Thermoelectric Generators

Professor Fahrettin Yakuphanoğlu has successfully developed specialized hardware and software to analyze the performance of thermoelectric generators, enhancing research capabilities in the fields of precision cooling and space power.

2026-11-01

Cybersecurity

TÜRKSAT's "SORGU" Platform: A Turkish Step Toward Digitizing Cybersecurity and Protecting Sensitive Data

The Turkish company TÜRKSAT has developed the advanced information security management platform "SORGU," aiming to automate auditing processes, manage digital assets, and predict cyber risks in both the public and private sectors.

2026-11-01

Medical Technologies

Aselsan Wins Aziz Sancar Award for Artificial Heart-Lung Machine in Recognition of Medical Efforts

Aselsan received the TÜSEB Health Technology Award for the "LIFELINE HLM" heart-lung machine during an event attended by the Turkish President and Professor Aziz Sancar.

2026-10-31

Medical Technologies

Turkey Launches National Strategy to Boost Domestic Production in Medical Technologies and Vaccines

The Turkish government has unveiled its 2027 program aimed at strengthening technical sovereignty in the health sector by supporting vaccine production, developing cancer diagnostic kits locally, and activating government procurement to stimulate innovation.

2026-10-31

Technologies

Growth of Fiber Optic Infrastructure in Turkey: 720 Thousand Kilometers by Mid-2026

Turkey has witnessed a remarkable expansion in fiber optic networks by 12.9% within one year, with the total length of lines reaching over 720 thousand kilometers, coinciding with the expansion of 5G services.

2026-10-31

Energy and Green Technologies

Registration Opens for "COP31" to Innovate Technical Solutions for Climate Change

The Turkish Technology Team (T3) Foundation is accepting applications for the "COP31 Climate Technologies Creathon" until November 2, with the goal of developing innovative technical solutions for the climate crisis.

2026-10-31

Technologies

R&D Spending in Turkey Exceeds 2.5 Trillion Lira Over a Decade

R&D expenditures in Turkey recorded record levels between 2016 and 2025, exceeding 2.5 trillion lira, with notable growth in high-tech investments and the number of specialized personnel.

2026-10-31

Technology Companies

Turkey and Kazakhstan Strengthen Technological and Defense Cooperation Through Advanced Local Partnerships

Technological and defense partnerships between Turkey and Kazakhstan are expanding through joint projects led by major companies such as ASELSAN, TUSAŞ, and Otokar to localize the production of electro-optical systems, drones, and armored vehicles.

2026-10-31

Artificial intelligence

AI to Confront Disasters.. Earthquake-Affected Students Develop AURACORE Device for Building Safety

A team of students from İskenderun Technical University has successfully developed the AURACORE device, an AI-powered system for monitoring the structural integrity of columns and predicting collapse risks before disasters occur.

2026-10-30

Space and Space Technologies

Turkey Accelerates Its Space Program: Space Weather Monitoring Center and First Mission Toward the Moon in 2027

Turkey's 2027 plans include pivotal steps in the space sector, including the launch of the first spacecraft toward the Moon and the establishment of a specialized center for monitoring space weather to protect digital infrastructure.

2026-10-28

Startups

Turkey Intends to Launch "Digital Companies Platform" to Boost Startup Ecosystem and Innovation by 2027

As part of its 2027 annual program, Turkey has revealed a comprehensive strategy to support scalable tech companies, aiming to increase R&D spending and promote digital and green transformation.

2026-10-28

Artificial intelligence

Project AIKON: How a Developer Brought Life Back to Old Nokia Phones via AI

Developer Emir Karşiyakali has created an open-source application that allows old Nokia phones running S40 and S60 to access modern AI models such as ChatGPT and Claude.

2026-10-27

Cybersecurity

Digital Transformation in Turkish Industry Imposes New Security Challenges

The industrial sector in Turkey is facing increasing cyber risks as a result of the expansion in the use of 5G technologies and artificial intelligence, which has prompted industrial zones to adopt joint security strategies to protect supply chains.

2026-10-27

Technologies

Turkey's "Invisible Shield" Project to Protect Drones from Electromagnetic Interference

Sivas University of Science and Technology has launched a research project supported by TÜBİTAK to develop nano-optical windows that protect electronic systems in drones from electromagnetic interference.

2026-10-27

Robotics and Automation

Canik showcases its advanced weapon system capabilities at the international "BORAN 8" competition

Turkish company Canik showcased its heavy weapon technologies and combat robotic systems during the international "BORAN 8" sniper competition in Izmir.

2026-10-27