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Energy Revolution in China: Coal Loses Dominance to Clean Energy for the First Time

Technology 08/01/2026, 02:22

China has made a breakthrough in energy: the share of coal has fallen below 50% for the first time, yielding to renewable sources. 🌞🌬️ Sun and wind covered more than 60% of demand growth, while the country's total power plant capacity surpassed the combined figures of the USA, EU, and Russia. 📉🇨🇳

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ChatGPT on the Brink of a Billion: How Fast OpenAI's Audience is Growing

Technology 08/01/2026, 02:19

ChatGPT is on the brink of a historic record: the service's audience is approaching 1 billion users per week. According to insiders, the service attracted another 100 million people in six months, although OpenAI has not yet officially confirmed the figures. 🌍🤖

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Starlink V3 in Action: SpaceX Reveals First Images of Satellites from Starship Orbit Before Burn-up

Technology 08/01/2026, 02:16

SpaceX has shown the first photos of Starlink V3 satellites from Starship orbit. 🛰️ The units deployed their panels and connected to the constellation, but burned up after 20 minutes. 🔥 The new satellites promise a 10x speed increase and a 100x total network capacity. 🚀

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AI Found Thousands of Vulnerabilities, but Hackers Didn't Exploit Them: The 2026 Cybersecurity Paradox

Technology 08/01/2026, 02:13

AI found thousands of vulnerabilities, but hackers didn't exploit them: the 2026 cybersecurity paradox. 🛡️🤖 Statistics show: the number of bugs found has grown exponentially, while the share of real attacks has dropped to 1.3%. Developers are patching holes faster than malicious actors can find them. However, the reaction time to threats is shrinking — critical patches now need to be applied within 3 days.

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Tecno Next-Gen Bezelless Concept Phone: The First Smartphone with a 'Zero Bezel' and its Debut at IFA 2026

Technology 08/01/2026, 02:09

Tecno has unveiled a smartphone concept with a 'zero bezel' — the screen takes up the entire front panel! The debut will take place at IFA 2026. 📱✨ #Tecno #Smartphone #Innovation

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Chinese military uses OpenAI and Anthropic technologies to create its own AI: Reuters investigation

Technology 08/01/2026, 02:06

Reuters revealed how the Chinese military uses OpenAI and Anthropic models to create its own AI through the distillation method. The US accuses Beijing of bypassing sanctions and violating rights, while Chinese developers insist on the independence of their technologies. 🇨🇳🇺🇸🤖

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Microsoft invests $130 billion in data centers: how AI is changing the cloud technology economy

Technology 08/01/2026, 02:03

Microsoft has signed $130 billion in contracts to expand data centers to meet growing AI demand from OpenAI and Anthropic. Cloud revenue grew by 27%, and the company's net profit increased by 31%. 🚀💻 #Microsoft #AI #Cloud

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China completes Beidou upgrade: world's first navigation system with on-orbit software updates

Technology 08/01/2026, 02:00

China has completed the modernization of the Beidou navigation system, making it the first in the world with the ability to update software on orbit 🛰️. Positioning accuracy has reached record levels: less than 2 meters in global mode and up to 30 cm in high-precision service 🎯. By 2035, the system is set to become the foundation for smart infrastructure and autonomous transport 🚀.

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Il-114-300 Departs for Uzbekistan: Start of Tests in Extreme Heat

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:56

The UAC has begun a critical stage of certification for the Il-114-300. The prototype flew over 2,700 km to Uzbekistan, where it will undergo 30 flights in extreme heat. This is necessary to confirm the reliability of the aircraft's systems and approve it for operation in regions with high temperatures. ✈️🔥

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Chemical Base Restart: Minpromtorg Launches New Certification System for Microelectronics

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:53

Minpromtorg of Russia has launched the development of a new certification system for microelectronics chemicals, allocating 54 million rubles for the project. 🧪🇷🇺 The goal is to move away from Soviet standards and create a base for import substitution by 2027. Plans also include a reform of localization assessment and the launch of production for 56 types of specialized materials. 📉🚀

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Japanese ispace changes strategy: first launch of Ultra lunar module on national H3 rocket

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:49

Japanese startup ispace will launch the Ultra lunar module on the national H3 rocket for the first time in 2028. This decision is dictated by the yen exchange rate and the desire to create its own cargo delivery system, although the reliability of H3 previously raised questions. 🚀🇯🇵🌕

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Robots on sidewalks: Russia adopts first traffic rules for delivery rovers

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:46

Russia has adopted the first "traffic rules for robots": delivery rovers will receive strict regulations for movement on sidewalks and in elevators. Speed is limited to 10 km/h, and by 2027, 12,000 such machines are expected on the streets. 🤖🚚

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China launches the world's first pure helium turbine: a breakthrough for nuclear energy

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:43

China has made a breakthrough in nuclear energy: for the first time, a megawatt turbine on pure helium has been launched. CNNC Huaxing engineers overcame the most complex challenges of hermeticity and vibrations, paving the way for the creation of next-generation reactors. 🇨🇳⚛️🚀

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Books as AI Fuel: How Companies Massively Buy and Destroy Printed Editions to Train Neural Networks

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:39

AI development companies are massively buying printed books to train neural networks and then destroying them. The used literature market is exploding with demand, and rare editions risk disappearing forever, becoming "fuel" for algorithms. 📚🤖🔥

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Winamp is back: the cult player partners with Deezer and goes online

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:36

The cult player Winamp is returning in 2027! 🎧 In partnership with Deezer, a new service is being created that will combine classic local file playback with modern streaming. Nostalgia meets future technology. 🚀

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PlayStation 5: 95.3 Million Consoles Sold and Sales Dip Ahead of GTA VI Release

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:33

Sony revealed PlayStation 5 sales data: 95.3 million consoles sold, but quarterly results dropped by 36% due to anticipation of GTA VI. 📉🎮 The console has surpassed the PS3 and is approaching Wii records. Digital copies now make up 82% of all sales.

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NASA and SpaceX Complete Critical Aerodynamic Tests of Super Heavy V3 for Lunar Landing

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:30

NASA and SpaceX have completed a series of aerodynamic tests of Super Heavy V3 at the Ames Research Center. Tests at speeds up to 2.5 Mach are necessary to refine the control system during the rocket's return to the atmosphere. This data is critical for the success of the Artemis III mission and the lunar landing in 2027 🚀🌕

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Gemini Spark AI Agent Gains Access to Your Chrome: Routine Automation Reaches a New Level

Technology 08/01/2026, 01:27

Google has updated the Gemini Spark AI agent: it can now control your Chrome browser using saved passwords and accounts. The agent will be able to search for tickets and book accommodation, but your confirmation will be required for payments. The service is already available in 160 countries for AI Pro subscribers. 🤖✈️🌍

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