Alexander Buran

Alexander Buran

Founder and Editor-in-Chief
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Founder and Editor-in-Chief of XAB.info. Received his education at the Odessa Polytechnic. Has been involved in web development and programming for over twenty years. Thanks to his technical background, he perfectly understands how algorithms, artificial intelligence, and the modern internet work.

In the publication, he is responsible for strategy, editorial policy, and the final decision on controversial materials. He personally writes about technology, the internet, artificial intelligence, and politics — where it is important to separate real changes from loud headlines.

XAB.info is designed as a publication that saves the reader's time: only verified essence, links to primary sources, and no clickbait.

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Rocket launch against the backdrop of an explosion, illustrating the blow to Russia's rocket program after the destruction of a plant in Samara

Strike on 'Progress': How the destruction of a key workshop in Samara paralyzes Russia's rocket program

Politics 08/18/2026, 15:15
🚀 Strike on 'Progress': Ukraine hit the only 'Soyuz' assembly plant in Samara. On the night of August 15, 2026, the Defense Forces of Ukraine struck the 'Progress' Design Bureau in Samara. Building 106A, where rocket electronics are assembled, was damaged. 🔥 Restoration will take months due to the specifics of clean zones. 🇷🇺 Russia has no duplicate production facilities. 📉 Sanctions exacerbate the shortage of components. This could paralyze Russia's space program for 2026-2027.
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Ghosts of the Red Planet: NASA Releases Photo of 'Jellyfish' on Mars, Sparking Debate on Extraterrestrial Life

Ghosts of the Red Planet: NASA Releases Photo of 'Jellyfish' on Mars, Sparking Debate on Extraterrestrial Life

Science 08/18/2026, 14:50
🪐 Did NASA find a "jellyfish" on Mars? An archival Curiosity photo blew up the internet! 📸 A strange three-legged object is visible in the 2023 photo. 🤔 🔍 Theories: From UFOs to rocks. 🧪 Scientists: "Need to check in person". 🚀 The mission continues! Read the full breakdown in the article 👇 #NASA #Mars #Curiosity #Science #Space
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Person using ChatGPT on laptop, typing a query — illustrating the risk of corporate data leaks via AI prompts in 2026

Digital Hygiene 2026: How Routine ChatGPT Queries Lead to Corporate Data Leaks

Technology 08/18/2026, 14:45
⚠️ Data Leaks via AI: How to Protect Your Company in 2026 Employees risk corporate secrets by sending them to chatbots. Experts explain why "ordinary" files are more dangerous than passwords and how to avoid leaks. 🔒 Public models train on your data. 📉 Risk: Assembling a complete picture from small details. ✅ Solution: Anonymization and corporate solutions. #Cybersecurity #AI #DataLeaks #DigitalHygiene
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Combat robot 'Plastun' with PAWELL solid-state batteries overcoming rough terrain

Breakthrough in Robotics: How PAWELL Solid-State Batteries Quadrupled the Range of the 'Plastun' Robot

Technology 08/18/2026, 13:39
🤖 **Breakthrough in robotics:** Lviv engineers from PAWELL Battery have quadrupled the range of the 'Plastun' robot — from 25 to 100 km! 🔋 **Technology:** Replacing the lithium-ion battery with a solid-state one provided +60% energy per kilogram of weight. 🛡️ **Tactics:** The robot is no longer tied to the rear, can take detours, and work a full shift. 🇺🇦 **Trend:** Energy is becoming the key to the autonomy of all Ukrainian robotics.
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Two Samsung Galaxy Z Fold foldable smartphones showcasing a wide screen format and innovative design

Samsung is preparing a revolution: five foldable smartphones in 2027 and a new wide-screen format

Technology 08/18/2026, 13:25
📱 **Samsung is preparing a revolution in 2027!** Following the success of the Galaxy Fold 8, the company plans to release a record 5 foldable smartphones. The main news is a new wide screen without black bars for video! 🎬 🔹 **What's in the plans:** ✅ Galaxy Fold 9 (Wide, Ultra, and budget version) ✅ Revival of Galaxy Z TriFold 2 ✅ Response to the upcoming foldable iPhone Release expected in summer 2027. Details inside! 👇
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Ukrainian soldier launches AI-powered interceptor drone to autonomously combat Shahed kamikaze drones

AI vs. Shaheds: How Ukrainian interceptor drones learned to hunt the enemy autonomously

Technology 08/18/2026, 12:48
🤖 AI vs. Shaheds: Ukrainian interceptor drones have learned to shoot down the enemy autonomously. 🚀 New AI systems reduce the human factor to zero by automatically capturing targets. 🛡️ The Ministry of Defense has codified the TAF Kolibri-10 interceptor, available via DOT-Chain. ⚠️ Despite successes, Russia is using accelerated jet versions of drones, creating new challenges for air defense. #Ukraine #Drones #AI #AirDefense #Shaheds #ArmorPiercing
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Russian soldier launches a combat drone, showcasing new capabilities of launch sites

Russia has created a network of 59 new drone launch sites: a threat to western Ukraine and NATO

Politics 08/18/2026, 12:18
🚨 Russia has created a network of 59 new drone launch sites along the border with Ukraine and Belarus. Each base holds more than 1,000 units. 🛸 Rails for launching new jet drones 'Geran-4' and 'Geran-5' have been identified. 🎯 Goal: mass strikes on western Ukraine and potentially NATO countries. 🛰️ Infrastructure is being integrated with 'Rassvet' satellites for precise guidance. 📉 Strikes will be harder for air defense to intercept due to the remoteness of bases and drone speed. #Ukraine #Russia #Drones #ISW #War2026
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Working on Microsoft Surface with Microsoft-branded cup: symbol of Copilot consolidation

Microsoft unifies Copilot: end of the era of fragmented chatbots and discontinuation of podcasts

Technology 08/18/2026, 11:48
🚀 <b>Microsoft unifies Copilot</b>: starting August 18, 2026, all chatbots (business, education, personal) merge into a single application. 📉 <b>What disappears:</b> ❌ Podcasts (creation and access closed). ❌ Group chats (data deleted). 🔒 <b>Deep Research</b> now available only for Premium. 💻 Transition for PC users is automatic; history is preserved. Mobile users need to update the app. #Microsoft #Copilot #AI #TechNews
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Ukrainian Finance Minister Serhiy Marchenko holding documents in front of the Verkhovna Rada and Ukrainian flag, symbolizing the approval of the government program for 2026–2027.

Political immunity and $101 billion: Koretsky's Cabinet approves the program for 2026–2027

Politics 08/18/2026, 11:33
🇺🇦 Koretsky's Cabinet has submitted the program to the Rada for 2026–2027. The document gives the government a one-year immunity from dismissal. 📉 Main goals: 💰 Attracting $101 billion in aid. 🏦 Sale of two state banks by the end of 2027. ⚡ Repair of 8 GW of capacity and launch of 5G in 5 cities. 🛡️ Ensuring 100% of the Armed Forces' needs. 📉 Social sphere: new pension model, but without raising the minimum to 6,000 UAH. Wages for doctors and teachers will increase. 👉 Full analysis in the article.
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