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  • Five Soviet and Russian Cars That Made It Onto the Big Screen

    Though the Russian (and before it, Soviet) car industry has had its ups and downs over the decades, today we're going to examine a few of its most iconic representatives that have left a lasting impression on the silver screen – both in Russia and in Hollywood. Buckle up and enjoy the ride!

    03.02.2025

  • This Weekend in St. Petersburg: January 21-22, 2023

    It might be a little immodest to say, but we are truly proud of this week’s selection of weekend activities. Below are our ideas on how to enjoy art in its various forms – and have some fun – this uncharacteristically warm January weekend in St. Petersburg.

    18.01.2023

  • ELS Access Co-Founder Evgeny Voronin on Shared Parking

    In July, ELS Access, a startup that supports shared parking spaces, became a runner-up at ITMO Accelerator. The team proposed an app that allows users to rent parking spaces both short- and long-term. ITMO.NEWS talked to Evgeny Voronin, the head of development at ELS Access, to learn more about shared parking in Russia, the project’s target audience, and their future plans.

    13.08.2021

  • Do Smart Traffic Lights Dream of Self-Driving Cars? Traffic Expert Nil Podozerov Thinks So

    What is a smart traffic light and how does it work? In what way is this technology related to the virtual reality? Nil Podozerov, Science Director of RIPAS SpB, has answered these questions in his recent lecture at ITMO University’s Institute of Design and Urban Studies. The expert also talked about the technological tools his company uses to ensure road traffic safety.

    12.11.2018