Polish AI & Tech Industry Roundup – January 31, 2026
Polish Military Tech & Cybersecurity
Samsung Galaxy S23/S24 Certified for Polish Armed Forces
Polish Cyber Defense Forces (Wojska Obrony Cyberprzestrzeni) have completed certification of Samsung Galaxy S23 and S24 smartphones for military use. Both devices passed rigorous cryptographic security tests and meet strict classified information protection requirements.
Key Points:
- First commercial off-the-shelf (COTS) devices certified for Polish military classified communications
- Samsung Knox multi-layer security platform meets military-grade encryption standards
- Cost-effective alternative to specialized military devices (S24 costs under 3,000 PLN retail)
- Collaboration between Polish military cryptologists and Samsung specialists
- Significantly reduces procurement costs while maintaining security standards
Source: Spider’s Web
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Polish Defense Technology Exports
Piorun Anti-Aircraft System Gains International Recognition
Poland’s portable anti-aircraft missile system “Piorun” (Thunderbolt), manufactured by Mesko in Skarżysko-Kamienna, continues expanding its global footprint with new NATO customers.
Key Points:
- Sweden signed $320 million contract in September 2025 (DSEI London), now operational
- Current users: Ukraine (combat-proven), Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Norway, Belgium, Georgia
- USA purchased hundreds of units for testing; France showing interest
- Effective against helicopters, drones, low-flying aircraft, and cruise missiles
- Features cooled thermal seeker, proximity fuse, and modern targeting system
- Combat-tested successfully in Ukraine conflict
Source: Business Insider Polska
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Polish Space Technology
POLSA Tracks Chinese Rocket Re-entry with Domestic Telescope Network
Polish Space Agency (POLSA) successfully monitored the uncontrolled re-entry of Chinese ZQ-3 rocket stage (11 tons) using Poland’s POLON optical telescope network and advanced orbital analysis.
Key Points:
- POLSA’s Space Situational Awareness (SSA) Operations Center tracked rocket debris
- Collaboration with Polish companies: 6Roads, Sybilla Technologies, and University of Zielona Góra
- Polish telescopes (in Chile, South Africa, Australia) recorded object at below 200km altitude
- First alert issued 4 days before re-entry; NOTAM warnings coordinated with air traffic control
- In 2025, POLSA analyzed over 50 major objects (130+ reports total)
- Demonstrates Poland’s growing space monitoring capabilities
Source: POLSA
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Blockchain & Sports Tech
Polish Olympic Athletes Launch Blockchain Token Platform
Polish crypto exchange zondacrypto, in partnership with the Polish Olympic Committee (PKOl), launched Team PL (TMPL) – an ERC-20 blockchain token connecting fans with Olympic athletes.
Key Points:
- 1 billion token total supply with deflationary burning mechanism
- 20% of public sale proceeds (target: ~€1M) funds Polish Olympic sports programs
- Token utility: exclusive voting rights, athlete memorabilia purchases, closed event access
- Integrated EARN staking program with rewards
- Special 70M TMPL allocation for ZND token stakers (4-year distribution)
- Public trading debut: February 6, 2026, 15:00 CET
Technology:
- Ethereum-based ERC-20 standard
- Smart contract burning mechanism for reduced supply
- Synergy with ZND ecosystem loyalty program
Source: Akademia Krypto / Spider’s Web
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Summary
Poland’s tech sector demonstrated strength across defense, space, and blockchain innovation in the past 24 hours. Military-grade cybersecurity certification of commercial smartphones, expanding exports of domestically-produced defense systems, advanced space monitoring capabilities through Polish telescope networks, and innovative blockchain applications in sports all highlight Poland’s growing technological capabilities and international competitiveness.
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Article compiled from Polish technology news sources, January 30-31, 2026