Oko Camera

DOU published an in-depth article on the specifics and challenges of thermal imaging optics manufacturing in Ukraine — from component localization to taxes. Among many other things, our co-founders, CEO Denys Nikolayenko and CTO Yevhen Syvachenko, shared their experience establishing Chinese-free mass production and explained which technologies Ukraine lacks to produce thermal imaging sensors. Read the full article to learn why Chinese cameras can be a risk, and what is needed to revive the microelectronics industry in Ukraine: https://lnkd.in/dbFHq_iz

2026 has already been packed with high-stakes industry events. Here’s a digest of where Oko Camera has been so far 👇🏻 📷 MITS x Azov Corps: Defense Technology Horizons 2026 At the conference, organized by our partners at MITS Capital and the First Corps Azov, we had the chance to show our products, learn about the latest defense tech trends from industry experts, and hear directly from people using the technology about the challenges they face on the frontline. 📷 Battlefield to Breakthrough A private MSC side event by the Snake Island Institute, Bifrost Defence, TUM Venture Labs, and MITS Capital featured a much-needed candid military discussion on how the Ukrainian experience can help redefine the Western defense system. It also allowed us to forge connections with leading Ukrainian and European companies and investors. 📷 European Defense Tech Hackathon The first Munich hackathon, organized by European Defense Tech, brought together builders, founders, and engineers with military experts. It was also a great opportunity to network with military and defense tech professionals from Ukraine and the EU. 📷 Arsenal of Talents 2026 This year’s job fair attracted a high density of motivated and talented people willing to transition into the industry. Our team was impressed by the interest in our booth — thank you to everyone who visited us! And a big thank you to DOU and Lobby X for putting together this incredible event. Thanks to everyone pushing the industry forward. Much more to do 💪🏻

In combat reality, reliability is the only metric that truly matters. There is no margin for error — equipment either performs or it fails. A sensor’s failure is a platform's failure. That is why at Oko Camera, we engineer our thermal imaging cameras as a resilient foundation for mission-critical systems — from advanced UAVs and turrets to UGVs and autonomous navigation. Take a closer look at how we deliver the component of superior field performance 👇

Proud to become a member of Diia.City United and join forces with defense tech leaders to build a robust and efficient Ukrainian defense industry 🤝

A strategic step for Ukraine’s defense sector 🛡️ Mykhailo Fedorov’s appointment as Ukraine’s new Minister of Defense is a clear signal for the further digitalization and efficiency of the military. Having played a major role in driving BRAVE1, he helped build a cluster that’s been instrumental in supporting our team and the entire ecosystem in delivering real solutions to the front lines. We wish the Minister and his team great strength and success in their critical mission of transforming the system. Putting technology and people at the heart of defense is exactly what’s needed to stay ahead 🇺🇦

2025 has been a year of solid progress for Oko Camera. Through rigorous field testing, constant product iteration, and intensive R&D, we’ve significantly advanced our technology to deliver higher-precision thermal imaging to the front lines. Here are the milestones that defined our year: 📷 Integration & Impact: completed 50+ integrations with leading Ukrainian and European manufacturers. Our cameras are now vital components in autonomous navigation modules, anti-personnel and anti-aircraft turrets, interceptor drones, and other unmanned systems. 📷 Innovation Pipeline: developed new high-demand products, set for official launch in 2026. 📷 Product Accessibility: launched a comprehensive website and joined the BRAVE1 Market to make navigating our product line and procurement more straightforward. 📷 Industry Recognition: proud to be featured in the Forbes Ukraine Next 250 and named one of the Top 100 Rising Ukrainian Startups by Techosystem. 📷 Global Presence: showcased our products and built vital connections at 30+ major Ukrainian and international events, including Defence Tech Valley by BRAVE1, Munich Security Conference, DFNC³, Joint Ventures, Joint Defense by Tech Force in UA, IRON Cluster Demo Day, and AUSA. 📷 Team Growth: our incredible team grew by 60%! We’re heading into 2026 with 10 open positions. Join us to make a tangible difference at the front lines: https://lnkd.in/dyr3pk7g Thank you to everyone who’s been with us: our team, clients, partners, and friends 🤝 A special, profound thank you to the Defense Forces for their dedication and hard work — everything we do is for you 🤲 Ending the year with a captivating demonstration of our cameras in action. Watch UGV robotics’ Predator combat module, powered by our OCT640-17-09 and OCT640-17-50 thermal imaging cameras, at work below 👇 #defensetech #thermalimaging #thermalcameras

No matter the darkness, it’s still possible to see the light — you just need the right lens ✨ That is our wish for you in 2026: to always be able to see the light, the truth, and the way forward. Together, we’ll build and walk this path. The Oko Camera team wishes you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year! And to those who cannot spend this holiday season with their close ones — we hope its warmth finds you wherever you are ❤️ Stay safe! Yours, Oko Camera

With December winding down, it’s time for the final 2025 edition of our traditional events digest. Here is a recap of the events we contributed to in November and December 👇🏻 📷 The Secret Sauce of Ukraine’s Victory. Rise of New Defense Tech: As MITS Capital Accelerator alumni, we joined the event to celebrate the launch of their third batch and showcase our thermal imaging product line in the expo zone. 📷 European Defense Tech Hackathon: European Defense Tech finally brought its renowned hackathon to Kyiv. We were excited to collaborate again, providing our ultra-sensitive thermal cameras and technical mentorship to the participating engineering teams. 📷 Darkstar Coalition’s 5th Future Army Bootcamp: As Darkstar alumni, we returned to present our products to key defense stakeholders and military end-users during the bootcamp's closing day. 📷 NEDS 2025: Our founders, Denys Nikolayenko and Yevhen Syvachenko, represented Oko Camera at the Netherlands Industries for Defence & Security's exhibition — the premier Benelux security event. 📷 Components of Freedom 2025: December kicked off with a pivotal study by the IRON Cluster and Snake Island Institute, offering a systematic assessment of localization levels for UAV and EW components. It was a privilege to contribute our perspective to this research. The presentation event itself became a hub for high-level discussions among defense tech experts, government representatives, and the military. 📷 Brave1 Components: As Mykhailo Fedorov stated from the stage, Ukraine must become a component hub for the civilized world. At Oko Camera, along with our component market peers, we are dedicated to this goal by increasing our capacities and building Ukraine’s true independence from drone component imports. Thank you, BRAVE1, for your ongoing support and for driving the growth and resilience of our defense tech sector. A huge thank you to all the partners whose daily work makes these incredible, impactful events possible 🤝 #defensetech #thermalimaging #thermalcameras

Oko Camera is one of the Top 100 Rising Ukrainian Startups 2026 ⭐ We are incredibly proud to announce that we’ve been featured in Techosystem's new catalog, which highlights high-potential companies with the ambition to become the next industry leaders ✨ Being selected from an initial pool of over 2,900 teams is a recognition of our traction and confirmation that we are building world-class technology with real combat impact. We are also so pleased to see many of our defense tech colleagues on the list! And we hope for more deftech startups to be there next year 💪🏻 Thank you to Techosystem, Ministry of Digital Transformation of Ukraine, Ukrainian Startup Fund, and VECTOR for your consistent support and for amplifying the voice of Ukrainian tech both in Ukraine and globally 🙌🏻 Download the full catalog here: https://lnkd.in/dpQKqfxt #defensetech #thermalimaging #thermalcameras

When we say ‘the country is holding on thanks to our military,’ it’s not just words that sound good. It’s the reality for Ukrainians. Thanks to our brave men and women we are alive, we live in sovereign Ukraine, and we can continue to do our work. We owe you everything, and we will continue to do our best so you have the high-quality weapons that keep you safe and able to fight. Slava Ukraini! 🇺🇦 Photo credits: Arthur Voron, 59th Brigade of USF