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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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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Soldiers in camouflage prepare a combat drone for launch, illustrating the theme of intercepting Shahed drones and technical challenges in modern warfare

Hunting Shaheds: Why Intercepting Kamikaze Drones is a Technical Challenge and Economic Necessity

Technology 08/18/2026, 11:28
🚁 Hunting Shaheds is not just a matter of technology, but an economic and strategic necessity. Interceptor drones are cheaper than air defense missiles, but require powerful engines and fast logistics. Ukraine is scaling production, and the US is creating the multinational Falcon Strike formation. But are there contradictions in the data about 97% interceptions? 🤔 #drones #Shahed #AirDefense #Ukraine #FalconStrike
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Ukrainian soldier in camouflage inspects a kamikaze drone before launch in a field, symbolizing preparation for intercepting enemy UAVs

Hunting 'Shaheds': Why Intercepting Drones at Altitude is a Physical and Psychological Test

Technology 08/18/2026, 10:59
🚁 **Challenges of Intercepting Kamikaze Drones:** Interceptor operators face strict time constraints: target speeds exceed 300 km/h, leaving minimal time for maneuvering. ⚡ **Physics vs. Tactics:** - Low altitudes: interference and lack of visibility. - High altitudes: rapid battery drain during climb. 🤝 **Teamwork:** Success depends on the synchronization of operators and navigators. After visual acquisition, the autopilot engages. #Drones #War #Technology #RBC
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Russian soldiers in camouflage with 'Z' insignia and Russian flag in field conditions — illustration of GUR data showing losses exceeding monthly contract recruitment

Critical Imbalance: Russia's July Losses Exceeded Monthly Contract Recruitment — GUR Data

Politics 08/18/2026, 10:44
🇷🇺 Russia's July Losses Exceeded Recruitment: GUR Names Shocking Figures 📉 In July 2026, Russia lost at least 40,000 fighters, while only 39,000 signed contracts. 🔥 In June, losses totaled 39,000, of which 60% were irretrievable. 🛡️ There are currently 670,000 Russian soldiers on the front, but reserves are melting away. ⚠️ Intelligence warns: Putin is preparing an invasion of NATO by 2030. 🗳️ A new wave of mobilization is expected after the State Duma elections.
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Vladimir Putin in contemplation: GUR general reveals Russia's plan for NATO invasion by 2030

Putin's Plan by 2030: GUR General Reveals Scenario of Direct Russian Invasion of NATO

Politics 08/18/2026, 09:42
⚠️ <b>Worrying GUR Forecast: Putin Preparing Strike on NATO by 2030</b> General Vadym Skibitsky reveals Kremlin plans: 🔹 Russia is already waging a hybrid war against Alliance countries (drones, disinformation). 🔹 Pro-Russian forces inside the West are being used for destabilization. 🔹 By 2030, the Russian Federation will be ready for active military actions against NATO. 🔹 The Alliance is increasing budgets and preparing industry for the worst-case scenario. #Putin #NATO #War #Intelligence #Skibitsky
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Vladimir Putin at desk with documents, Russian flag in background — illustration of Kremlin’s 2026 mobilization and prisoner recruitment plan

Kremlin's 2026 Plan: GUR Reveals Details of New Mobilization Wave and Prisoner 'Recruitment'

Politics 08/18/2026, 09:18
🚨 GUR reveals Kremlin's plans for 2026: a new wave of mobilization and mass recruitment of prisoners. General Skibitsky stated that the decision on mobilization will be made by Putin after the elections. 🇷🇺 📉 The 2026 plan is to recruit 409,000 people. To this end, Russia has passed a law allowing murderers, rapists, and members of organized criminal groups to sign contracts. Already 28,000 prisoners are in the ranks. 🚁 Recruitment for UAS forces has failed: the plan is fulfilled by only 30%. 👉 Read the full analysis in our article.
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Vladimir Putin in the context of negotiations: Russia's plan for 2026 and GUR Ukraine's assessment

Putin's 2026 Plan: Ukraine's GUR Assesses Negotiation Prospects and Russia's Goals Until Year-End

Politics 08/18/2026, 08:44
🚨 Ukraine's GUR: Russia is not ready for negotiations until the end of 2026 🔹 Vadym Skibitsky stated that Russia plans to seize the entire Donetsk region by the end of the year. 🔹 No peace agreement is expected — the Kremlin is focused on achieving military goals. 🔹 The FSB is canceling border zones in the Rostov and Voronezh regions. 🔹 Threats of attacks on Kyiv and new offensives from the north remain. #Ukraine #Russia #War2026 #GUR #Putin
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Astronaut in a spacesuit looking at a mysterious UAP object against a blue sky, illustrating the theme of NASA archive declassification and readiness for contact with extraterrestrials

Secrets of 'Apollo 17' and Readiness for Contact: Ex-NASA Officer Mike Gold on UAP Archive Declassification

Science 08/18/2026, 08:35
🚀 Mike Gold, former NASA officer, revealed details of UAP archive declassification. The focus is on the mysterious 'three lights' in the 'Apollo 17' photo and society's readiness for contact with aliens. 🌕👽 Gold calls for scientific balance: do not panic, but do not deny the obvious. The Pentagon and NASA continue to publish data, including anomalies recorded in 2024. 🛰️📡 #UAP #NASA #Apollo17 #Aliens #SpaceNews #XABinfo
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Student with textbooks and glasses smiles on a university campus backdrop — symbolizing the second wave of contract enrollment in Ukrainian universities until August 30, 2026

Second wave of contract enrollment: who and how can enter Ukrainian universities until August 30, 2026

Politics 08/18/2026, 08:14
🎓 Second wave of contract enrollment in Ukrainian universities: who can enroll until August 30, 2026? ✅ Applicants without recommendations and those seeking a second degree. ✅ Multiple recommendations from different universities. ✅ Grants for those who declined contract (but not budget) places. ⚠️ Tuition fees have risen, especially in IT and economics. #education #universities #contract #applicants2026
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Vitali Klitschko in military uniform with a patch, discussing Kyiv's readiness for winter and the need for central government support

Kyiv on the Brink of Winter: Klitschko Reports on Infrastructure Readiness and Demands Central Assistance

Politics 08/18/2026, 06:42
🏙️ Kyiv has completed nearly 50% of the work to prepare for winter 2026–2027. Mayor Vitali Klitschko reported on the creation of a duplicate heating and power supply system. 📉 However, he stated that the city is facing a shortage of funding and specialists. 💰 Implementing the plan requires more than 20 billion hryvnias, but the central government, in the mayor's opinion, is not providing sufficient support. #Kyiv #Winter2026 #Klitschko #Energy
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Donald Trump and Xi Jinping shake hands in front of US and Chinese flags, illustrating the shortened visit of the Chinese leader to the US and skipping the UN General Assembly

Xi Jinping to Skip UN General Assembly: US Visit Shortened to One Day of Meetings with Trump

Politics 08/18/2026, 06:37
🇨🇳 Xi Jinping to Skip UN General Assembly in New York! 🇺🇸 The visit of the PRC Chairman to the US in September 2026 will be the first in 11 years, but it will be extremely brief. The Chinese leader will limit himself to a meeting with Donald Trump at the White House on September 24 and will not speak at the UN podium. 🗓️ Schedule: arrival on September 23, departure on September 25. 🤝 Goal: closed summit and discussion of bilateral issues, including the conflict in Ukraine. 🚫 New York: advance team not sent, participation in the UN General Assembly cancelled. #XiJinping #Trump #UN #Diplomacy #USA #China
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