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Gábor Fischer and Bence Tóth will oversee many areas from content to finance to HR.

An investigation is ongoing into a tragic Polish tour bus accident in Hungary that killed at least twelve people, with the bus driver still detained. Polish prosecutors are involved in re-examining the bus, while some injured passengers have begun returning to Poland.

The new Hungarian government plans to thoroughly review the 2.36 billion euro satellite service contracts between the Fidesz government and the 4iG group, while also joining an EU project similar to Starlink.

Hungary has lifted extreme heat measures, with Péter Magyar announcing the cancellation of extraordinary provisions. A defense working group will now investigate the country's energy and water legacy from previous years.

Hungary's defense working group has been convened for a Friday evening meeting, with the focus of discussions centered on the ongoing heatwave.
New single-stock leveraged ETFs linked to South Korean chipmakers Samsung and SK Hynix have been launched, offering investors amplified exposure to these companies. However, these ETFs are experiencing significant volatility, with some already facing substantial losses amid a deepening chip market downturn.

Dunaferr, the Hungarian steelworks, has withdrawn its announcement regarding the mass layoff of half its employees. This decision came after a report by Telex highlighted the planned redundancies.
Hungary's communications office has terminated its agreement, valued at 150 billion forints, with the Lounge Group, citing ongoing criminal proceedings and the need for increased protection of public funds.

Hungary's Tisza faction has shown solidarity with Vilmos Kátai-Németh, who was mocked for his blindness by Róbert Ábrahám, by posting a group photo wearing sunglasses.

Donald Trump declared the ceasefire with Iran over, leading to a surge in Middle East tensions and a spike in oil prices, with Brent briefly touching $80 a barrel. Iran has threatened to close the Strait of Hormuz and hit 'twice the number of targets' as the US.

A Politico report, citing an EU Commission investigation document, states that a Hungarian intelligence group operating from the Brussels permanent representation has been targeting EU officials since 2013, with increased activity since 2015.

The 2026 World Cup continued with various group stage matches, including France's victory over Norway and upcoming games like DR Congo vs. Uzbekistan and Egypt vs. Iran. Fan engagement was high, with promotions, live streams, and discussions around player injuries and team strategies.

Turkey secured a victory against group winner USA in their final World Cup 2026 Group D match but was eliminated from the competition. Meanwhile, the Netherlands won Group F after defeating Tunisia, advancing to the round of 16.

The Hungarian environmental organization 'Levegő Munkacsoport' (Clean Air Action Group) proposes a progressive tax and higher parking fees for larger vehicles to reclaim urban space for pedestrians and plants.

SK Hynix has surpassed Samsung to become South Korea's most valuable company by market capitalization, driven by the booming artificial intelligence sector. This marks a significant shift in the country's corporate landscape after Samsung held the top spot for 26 years.

The Trump administration redirected millions from the Secret Service for White House construction and made various policy changes, including temporarily cutting student loan interest rates. The administration also bid farewell to an Air Force One aircraft and engaged in discussions regarding AI security rules.

The European Union has officially launched accession negotiations with Ukraine and Moldova, opening the first cluster of chapters for both countries. This marks a significant step in their path towards EU membership, with officials from both nations expressing commitment to the process.

The Hungarian government has reallocated 1.6 billion forints in party funding based on recent election results and has also ordered a review of the entire party support system. This move aims to align funding with electoral performance.

Rawfilter Media Kft., the company behind the Jólvanezígy and Fókuszcsoport channels, has seen its revenue surpass 433 million forints.

A board member of 4iG Nyrt. stated that the company is creative and will find appropriate opportunities, respectfully awaiting the new government's review of the company group.

A kormány biztosította az alvállalkozókat, hogy rendezni fogják a munkájuk költségeit.

The 4iG telecommunications group, which expanded significantly with government support under Viktor Orbán's leadership, achieved a profit of 118 billion forints last year.

Hungarian oil and gas company MOL has received a two-week extension from the US to finalize negotiations for the acquisition of Gazprom Neft's stake in Serbian oil company NIS. This comes after the initial deadline for the sale expired without an agreement.

The mayor of Bratislava commented on Hungarian elections, nepotism surrounding Péter Magyar's rise, and the expansion of the Free Cities Alliance to include ten major American cities.

Outgoing Minister of Public Administration and Regional Development, Tibor Navracsics, attributes Fidesz's downfall to conflicts with nearly every social group and the devaluation of the middle class.

Hungarian politics is facing significant turmoil, with new accusations of corruption against government-linked businesses and organizations, including alleged overpricing in state contracts and questionable funding allocations. These developments follow recent elections and involve prominent figures like Viktor Orbán and Péter Magyar.

Hungary's Chief of Staff stated that Gáspár Orbán, son of Prime Minister Viktor Orbán, participated in the government planning group for the Chad mission, contradicting earlier claims by Gergely Gulyás that he had no role in its preparation.

This article provides a summary of the week's most interesting and widely read technology and science topics.

Lőrinc Mészáros's company group released a statement regarding the 'political changes that occurred over the weekend,' emphasizing their focus on long-term value creation and investments.

Mađarski premijer Viktor Orban uputio je danas u završnici izborne kampanje poziv na mobilizaciju svojim pristalicama, hvalio dostignuća svoje vlade t

Two men in Germany found a bottle labeled 'Polonium-210', a highly radioactive and potentially deadly substance, while searching for Easter eggs in a garden in Vaihingen.

Legal proceedings have been initiated for group hooliganism following a scuffle that occurred during a speech by Prime Minister Viktor Orbán in Pécel, where a group in black clothing reportedly tried to prevent protesters from raising a banner.

Hungarian actress Kovács Patrícia shares her pride in attending last year's Pride event, discusses her career including a casting for 'Félvilág' while pregnant, and explains why she doesn't want to be removed from MTVA's blacklist.

A miniszterelnök azt is közölte, terrorszervezetnek nyilvánítják azt a csoportot, ami felelőssé tehető a pardubicei fegyvergyárban történtekért.
The "Beyond the Walls" Working Group will publish professional recommendations in April.

Volkswagen's profit nearly halved in 2025, dropping by 44% from 12.4 billion euros to 6.9 billion euros, raising doubts about a profit rebound as Chinese rivals pose an 'existential threat' and the company plans to cut 50,000 jobs in Germany as part of its ongoing restructuring.

Popular local Facebook groups in Hungary have reportedly started disseminating party propaganda, suggesting a shift in campaign tactics by Fidesz ahead of elections.

Az energetikai létesítményekhez már kivezényelt honvédség és rendőrség innentől a szélsőséges iszlamista csoportokkal összefüggésbe hozható személyek ellen is fellépnek.

An auditor whose work for the Hungarian National Bank (MNB) was rated 'non-compliant' by the public oversight authority, and whose name also surfaced in an MVM-related scandal, has been hired by Szíjj László's group.

Selena Gomez is facing a federal lawsuit from investors who allege fraud in connection with her mental health startup. The lawsuit claims the company was a sham and defrauded investors.

A law enforcement working group has been established in the Hungarian capital to enhance public safety, following discussions between Gergely Karácsony and the Ministry of Interior.

Gábor Hajdú, a journalist who was removed from his position at M1 News after just one day, responded on Facebook to the events surrounding his controversial appointment and subsequent dismissal.

The United States and Saudi Arabia conducted joint airstrikes against Iran-aligned groups in Iraq, with reports indicating multiple casualties. This action comes amidst ongoing tensions and concerns that Iran is attempting to derail ceasefire talks.

The VEKE association criticized Dávid Vitézy regarding the failed railway connection to Hungaroring, stating that the MÁV-Csoport's bus transport system had failed, while a minister suggested the organization was biased towards Lázár.

A Public Space Coordination Working Group has been established with police assistance to address and manage public space issues in Budapest.

Montenegro has closed two additional negotiation chapters for EU membership, with Prime Minister Spajić aiming for full membership by 2028. Meanwhile, Moldova officially opened its sixth cluster of EU accession negotiations, marking further progress in its integration process.

Pető Péter, the current editor-in-chief of the Hungarian news portal 24.hu, is stepping down from his role to take on new responsibilities within the Central Médiacsoport. A new editor-in-chief will be appointed to lead the publication.

A small group protested in front of the MTVA headquarters in Hungary against the "blackout" of public television, an event reportedly organized under false pretenses. The Fidesz party is also planning a demonstration on Thursday concerning public media.

László Szíjj's company group generated over 50 billion forints in profit, but faces significant debt obligations, including a $400 million bond issuance from last year.

US soccer coach Mauricio Pochettino chided the press for questioning his team's momentum after a 3-2 loss to Turkey, reminding them that they had won their group. Players also insisted that the team's momentum remains strong despite the defeat.

The Netherlands secured the top spot in their World Cup group and advanced to the knockout stage with a 3-1 victory over Tunisia. This win ensures their progression in the tournament, while other teams like Japan and Sweden also moved into the last 16.

Hungarian Foreign Minister Péter Szijjártó reportedly called Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov during the Wagner mercenary group's mutiny to inquire about his well-being. This interaction highlights the close diplomatic ties between Hungary and Russia amidst a period of internal Russian instability.

A group of economists proposes creating a sovereign wealth fund, modeled after Norway's oil fund, to invest recovered state assets in Hungary.

CSOP Asset Management, Hong Kong's largest ETF issuer, has launched the city's first exchange-traded fund tracking Korea's benchmark Kospi 200 Index, anticipating increased global demand for Korean equities.

A community in northwestern Kenya, the Turkana people, exhibit unique biological adaptations that allow them to thrive on a diet high in meat, fat, and protein with minimal water intake, defying typical biological responses to such conditions. Their resilience offers insights into human survival in challenging environments.

The Mol Group has commenced gas production in an Azerbaijani oil field, marking its expansion into gas extraction in one of the world's largest oil-producing regions. This move diversifies the company's energy output.
Az érintett intézményt fertőtleniítették, egyelőre egy fertőzöttről tudni.

The TV2 Group recorded a profit of nearly 2 billion forints on revenues of 61 billion forints in 2025, though the company anticipates a reduction in state advertising following a change in government.
PDD Holdings shares slid after the company reported revenue and profit figures that missed analyst expectations. Despite double-digit revenue growth, the earnings miss led to a drop in stock value.

Due to a technical malfunction, MÁV-Group train tickets can currently only be purchased online, with the railway company working to resolve the issue.

European defense ministers and NATO officials, including Mark Rutte, are discussing the potential impact of a US troop withdrawal from Europe. While some express uncertainty, Rutte maintains that such a move would not weaken NATO's overall defense capabilities, signaling a shift away from over-reliance on the US.

In an unusual turn of events, one malicious hacking group was reportedly expelled from a compromised system by another rival hacking group, highlighting the internal conflicts within the cybercrime landscape.

An investigation has been initiated in Győr, Hungary, into a group of individuals accused of harassing people at a campaign event. The probe is focused on suspicions of violating personal freedom with malicious intent.

The faction supporting Óbuda-Békásmegyer Mayor Kiss László has significantly shrunk, with seven members, including three deputy mayors, defecting to a new representative group called Városvédők, leaving only three members in the original faction.

A prominent American human rights organization has been indicted for allegedly funding neo-Nazi groups, though the organization claims the payments were for informants to gather data, which was shared with the police.

Hungarian opposition figure Péter Magyar has called for the resignation of the pro-Orbán president and vowed to reform state media. He also held his first call with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, pledging to maintain close diplomatic ties.

The website of the Mészáros Group, a Hungarian business conglomerate, became unavailable the day after the election and was later updated, with the company stating it was undergoing maintenance.

Cupra has introduced the Raval, its smallest and most affordable electric model to date, developed on the Volkswagen Group's MEB+ platform. The compact urban crossover, measuring just over four meters, offers a range of up to 450 kilometers and aims to attract new electric mobility users.

Jarosław Kaczyński, leader of Poland's Law and Justice party, reiterated that Viktor Orbán's victory in Hungary is crucial for Europe and for a force that will change the continent, further stating it is vital in the fight against 'German neo-imperialism' and defending Orbán's ties with Russia due to energy dependence. Separately, Major András, the Fidesz deputy mayor of Csorna, denied being part of any group involved in a scuffle at Orbán's Győr forum, stating he attended as a private citizen with his family.

Ukrainian hacker groups have denied any connection to the Hungarian political entity Tisza, with one group stating it has been inactive for years, in response to a secret service report linking Ukrainian spies to Tisza-affiliated IT specialists.

Kabinetülést tartott az amerikai elnök, aki szerint legyőzték Iránt, és a tervezettnél jobban halad a háború, és Irán könyörög egy békemegállapodásért.

New data from the ELTE Sociology Institute reveals that Hungary's ruling Fidesz party has lost its lead in four social strata, now only tied with the Tisza party in the lowest income group, indicating significant societal shifts.

According to Politico, Hungary's Tisza party has a dedicated working group focused on liberating institutions like Mol from the influence of the Fidesz-aligned NER, potentially even amending the constitution if they secure a two-thirds majority.

Bár egyes hírek szerint Irán már elvesztette bevethető rakétáinak felét, a támadások a napokban is folytatódtak, Izrael és az iraki kurdisztáni régióban található kurd csoportok ellen, a háború…

European intelligence agencies are concerned that the cornered Iranian regime might use leaders of organized crime groups active in Europe, offering protection in exchange for services, and do not rule out actions by Iranian sleeper cells.

Az Irán támogatását élvező szélsőséges fegyveres csoport szerint amennyiben Izrael a konfrontációt keresi, akkor legyen nyílt háború.

The KÉSZ Group has offered 200,000 tons of stone for the construction of a riverbed threshold, with their fleet and partners ready to assist in transportation and construction.

The Hungarian government has announced that it will restrict its own authority to reallocate the national budget, with future decisions requiring public government decrees.
A fire broke out at the Slovnaft oil refinery in Bratislava, Slovakia, following an explosion, sending plumes of smoke across the city. Emergency services quickly responded to contain the blaze, though the cause of the explosion remains unknown.

MOL Group has signed an agreement with Shell to acquire BG Cyprus, including Shell's stake in the Aphrodite gas field, for up to $720 million. This deal marks Shell's exit from the Cypriot gas field and a significant investment for MOL.

Az USA és Szaúd-Arábia összehangolt támadást intézett az Irán által támogatott iraki fegyveres csoportok ellen.

A landfill belonging to the Mészáros Group in Oroszlány, Hungary, is slated for closure due to excessive pollution. Authorities deemed the site too contaminated to continue operations.

The previously closed Hungarian Facebook group 'Asszonysutyorgó' has been stolen by a new Moroccan Arab administrator who changed its settings to public, with former admins still awaiting Facebook's assistance.

The struggling Volkswagen Group is reportedly considering discontinuing several models, including the Jetta and Taycan, with the list containing some surprising names.

The Hungarian Waberer's Group has decided to create its own advertising agency at a time when government and local authorities have significantly reduced outdoor advertising, with potential links to Orbán Ráhel.
The owner of Central Médiacsoport, Zoltán Varga, is reportedly exploring the turbulent Hungarian media market and is open to acquiring Nemzeti Sport, but not Mandiner.

The Hungarian pharmaceutical company Richter Gedeon Nyrt. has announced group layoffs, primarily affecting its drug manufacturing divisions.

Mauricio Pochettino expressed his frustration with journalists, stating he was happy with the team's achievements and did not understand why they were criticizing a loss that was essentially meaningless. He reminded them that his team had already won their group.

A kiegyenlített első félidőben mindkét oldalon adódtak lehetőségek, de a hálók érintetlenek maradtak.

A Russian hacker group has reportedly breached thousands of corporate networks worldwide by exploiting systems linked to a US security firm. A Belgian cybersecurity company confirmed that 75,000 firewalls were compromised, with many still exposed online.
The Hungarian National Tax and Customs Administration (NAV) has cracked down on closed Facebook groups selling sneakers and slippers. Inspectors made five purchases but never received a receipt, leading to significant fines.

Hungarian Prime Minister Viktor Orbán discussed why he believes Fidesz lost the support of intellectuals, suggesting a lack of communication with 'high-quality people and groups thinking about the country's future'.

Zsombor Kunetz and his siblings allege that MBH Bank's IT group has been illegally using software developed by their late father for more than a decade, a claim denied by MBH.

Employees of the Balásy-group Lounge company, previously funded by the state budget, are reportedly not receiving their salaries because the company's accounts have been frozen.

Az új csoport konkrét kereteit a következő hónapokban dolgozzák ki, funkciója a gyerekek álláspontjának becsatornázása lesz.

Zoltán Varga, owner of Central Médiacsoport, which publishes 24.hu and other media outlets, voted for a 2.1 billion forint dividend following recent layoffs at the company.

Following a locomotive fire in Kelenföld, the CEO of MÁV-Group has ordered urgent, unscheduled inspections of all locomotives. This measure aims to prevent similar incidents and ensure safety across the railway network.

A strong rally in South Korean equities, driven by the chip sector, is fueling global demand for exchange-traded funds tracking the market, with CSOP Asset Management preparing new offerings.

Nem volt könnyű szülés, de végül kihirdették, hogy az egyetlen induló meg is nyerte a tendert.

Zoltán Varga, owner of Central Médiacsoport, the publisher of 24.hu, announced organizational restructuring and anticipated layoffs, citing structural changes in the media market and an uncertain digital environment.

The Hungarian State Railways (MÁV-csoport) is preparing for increased traffic due to weekend events in Budapest, including the inaugural session of Parliament and an Ikarus meeting in Tapolca, by deploying reinforced train services.

Hungary's Fidesz party is experiencing internal shifts, including new parliamentary appointments and the liquidation of a Fidesz-affiliated organization that received substantial public funds. These changes occur amidst ongoing scrutiny of party finances and the political future of its leadership.
A bus driver reportedly refused to let children board a bus because they had 'Tisza' posters, allegedly stating he doesn't transport 'trash.' The MÁV Group is now investigating the incident.

Egy csomó fontos tanulsággal szolgált a választás: már a kisfalvak sem fideszes bástyák, a populisták sem képesek valódi teljesítmény nélkül nyerni, márpedig a Fideszt már inkompetensnek látták a…

The website for the conglomerate of companies associated with Lőrinc Mészáros's family, which includes nearly 500 firms and an estimated wealth exceeding one trillion forints last year, has become inaccessible.

The Falakon Túl Munkacsoport (Beyond the Walls Working Group) published its month-long work on the future of abused children in closed institutions, offering concrete proposals and noting that many workers feel it's pointless to report abuse.

Hungarian police are investigating group hooliganism following altercations and scuffles that broke out at an Orbán forum in Pécel between counter-protesters and black-clad figures.

Members of the 'Scythian Hungary' group, accused of preparing a coup, denied the existence of the Hungarian state in court. The 88-year-old main defendant, arrested as 'governor' of the organization against the constitutional order, could not be heard due to poor health.

A group of state employees in Hungary, described as among the most underpaid, is preparing for a strike as their wages have stagnated at 30-35 percent of graduate salaries, unlike teachers' salaries which began catching up in 2023.

Two individuals who carried a Ukrainian flag at the Tisza rally were photographed later hanging a banner about the 'Ukrainian war march' from a house, with their faces and clothing matching in both instances.

Data from HungaroMet indicates a high probability, and measurements coordinated by the Levegő Munkacsoport (Air Working Group) confirm, that nitrogen dioxide concentrations in parts of downtown Budapest exceed annual limits.

The ADRIATIC Pipeline (Janaf) welcomed MOL's decision to accept its proposal for new pipeline capacity testing under the supervision of the European Commission and independent experts, and insists that...

Az iráni rezsim a végsőkig kitart, Ali Khamenei likvidálásával nem omlik össze a rendszer, viszont a történtek radikalizálják az elitet, sőt akár a világ síitáit is – vélekedik Sárközy Miklós…

The CEO of the Hungarian subsidiary of a significant international company group embezzled 650 million forints, an act uncovered during a tax audit. The company has since paid the imposed amount.