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Meta Unveils Brain2Qwerty v2: AI Translates Thoughts into Text with 78% Accuracy Without Surgery

Technology 07/02/2026, 16:43

Meta has unveiled Brain2Qwerty v2 — a system that translates thoughts into text without surgery. 🧠💻 Decoding accuracy reached 78% thanks to the use of MEG scanning and LLM technologies. This is the first case of successful decoding of noisy brain signals using AI.

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UBTECH Unveils UWORLD U1 Companion Robots: Emotions, Memory, and Pricing Starting at 120,000 Yuan

Technology 07/02/2026, 15:55

Chinese giant UBTECH has unveiled the UWORLD U1 robots — the first androids for the mass market created for emotional support. They recognize 20 emotions, have long-term memory, and cost from 120,000 yuan. 🤖💙 The company has also launched a program to donate such robots for free to lonely elderly people.

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Airbus Defence and Space and Brave1 sign a memorandum on strategic partnership

Technology 07/02/2026, 15:28

Ukrainian cluster Brave1 has signed a memorandum with Airbus Defence and Space 🇺🇦✈️. This is the first strategic alliance with a Western giant: technologies will be tested directly on the front line as part of the Test in Ukraine program. Airbus will also support the Defence Tech Valley summit in Lviv 🤝🚀

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The Era of Discs is Ending: Sony Officially Announces Full Transition to Digital Games by 2028

Technology 07/02/2026, 15:25

Sony has officially announced the end of the disc era: from 2028, all PlayStation games will be released only in digital format. 🎮💾 Additionally, the company has announced a schedule for closing stores for PS3 and PS Vita by 2027. This decision puts the right to own games at risk and destroys the secondary market. 📉

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Apple raises prices on Mac and iPad: what awaits the Ukrainian market and how to maintain device affordability

Technology 07/02/2026, 15:09

📈 Apple raises prices on Mac and iPad — the Ukrainian market is no exception. 🇺🇦 The official distributor «ASBIS-Ukraine» is preparing measures: installment plans up to 15 payments, trade-in, and enhanced service. The share of official sales is growing — the "gray" market is shrinking. 📱 iPhone prices remain unchanged for now, but will also rise in the autumn.

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Explosive Growth: Ukraine Invests Nearly a Billion Hryvnias in Domestic Explosives Production

Technology 07/02/2026, 03:05

Ukraine is investing nearly 1 billion hryvnias in the production of its own explosives. 🇺🇦💣 Six companies will receive grants to launch new lines, allowing for the production of up to 7 tons of substances per month. This is critical for the production of drones and ammunition amid a global shortage. 🚀

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Swarm Intelligence and Million-Scale Production: How the US and Ukraine Are Joining Forces to Manufacture Drones

Technology 07/01/2026, 21:01

Powerus and Swarmer have joined forces to supply the Pentagon with swarm-intelligent drones 🇺🇸🇺🇦. The US aims to reach million-unit production levels despite high standards and a $5,000 per-unit price. Ukraine launches “drone diplomacy” and simplifies exports for large-scale contracts 🚀.

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No Pilot in the Cabin: Estonian Telearmy Implements Remote Control for BRDM and Taxis in Ukraine

Technology 07/01/2026, 16:22

Estonian company Telearmy has started implementing remote control technologies in Ukraine: a BRDM has already been retrofitted for the Ukrainian Armed Forces, and a project with Uklon taxi has been launched. 🚗🇺🇦 Plans include scaling to hundreds of vehicles and implementing autopilot.

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Russian 'Molniya' drone attacked a target without an antenna: expert warns of shift to AI

Technology 07/01/2026, 16:19

🚨 Russian 'Molniya' drone attacked a Ukrainian target without a control antenna—equipped only with a camera and computer. Expert warns: the enemy is shifting to autonomous AI targeting. 🇺🇦🤖

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Diablo IV: Season of Death Reloaded — New Rifts, Reduced Difficulty, and Loot Reform

Technology 07/01/2026, 14:27

Blizzard has released a major update for Diablo IV: the Season of Death features new dynamic rifts and a simplified start for newcomers. 🎮 Developers have reduced monster difficulty but increased rewards and added flexible customization for mythic loot. The patch is now available on all platforms! 🔥

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US Lifts Export Ban on Anthropic AI Models: How Geopolitics and Asian Breakthroughs Broke the White House's Hard Line

Technology 07/01/2026, 14:07

🇺🇸 The US has lifted the export ban on Anthropic AI models following an Asian breakthrough and industry pressure. 🤖 The White House had to retreat — but chaos in AI policy continues. #AI #Technology #Anthropic

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No pilot in the cabin: how Estonian technology Telearmy is changing logistics and saving lives on the front lines

Technology 07/01/2026, 13:18

Estonian company Telearmy is implementing remote control technology for armored vehicles on the front lines. Crewless vehicles evacuate the wounded and serve as decoys, and they can even be controlled by veterans with severe injuries. 🚗🇺🇦🤖

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The first UAV modeling laboratory in Ukraine: how KAI students are mastering drone production

Technology 07/01/2026, 13:11

The first UAV modeling laboratory in Ukraine, AVIA Lab, has opened in Kyiv. KAI students, together with NPP "Atlon Avia", are mastering CNC machines and laser engravers to create drones. The project has already united more than 120 participants and received support from the Antonov family. 🚁🛠️

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Threads vs X: Meta Updates Live Chats with Translation and Stricter Moderation

Technology 07/01/2026, 12:17

Meta has updated Threads: Live Chats now feature a translator and stricter moderation. Access to chat creation has been expanded for community leaders, and the participant limit has been increased. The platform is gaining momentum, outpacing competitors with unique features. 🚀💬

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Vint Cerf Leaves Google: Internet Architect Warns of the Dangers of AI Communicating in Human Language

Technology 07/01/2026, 11:41

One of the creators of the internet, Vint Cerf, is retiring from Google. In his farewell speech, he warned: communication between AI agents in human language is like "telephone," which could lead to disaster. The future belongs to strict protocols, not natural speech. 🤖🚫🗣️

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Samsung Galaxy Z Fold 8: Radical Design Shift and the Arrival of the Ultra Version

Technology 07/01/2026, 11:14

Samsung has confirmed a radical change in the form factor of the Galaxy Z Fold 8: the smartphone will become wider and more convenient in its closed state. 📱 A new Ultra version will appear, and the announcement is expected in London in July 2026. 💰 Experts warn of a possible price increase.

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Blue indicator in Android 17: what the new dot in the status bar hides

Technology 07/01/2026, 03:55

A new blue indicator has appeared in the status bar of Android 17. This is not an error, but a signal that an app is using your geolocation. Find out how the new anti-tracking protection works and how to manage GPS access. 📍📱🔒

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The Collapse of the Xbox Strategy: Microsoft Prepares to Close Five Studios and Cancel Marvel's Blade

Technology 07/01/2026, 03:52

Microsoft is preparing a major purge at Xbox: 5 studios are at risk of closure and Marvel's Blade is cancelled. Aphsha Sharma has admitted the strategy is unprofitable and plans to cut the staff by more than 1,000 people. 📉🎮

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