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.

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Politician in a white shirt and red tie discussing international support for Ukraine

New Prime Minister, Old Commitments: How the Change of Power in London Affects Support for Ukraine

Politics 08/11/2026, 07:06
🇬🇧🇺🇦 The change of Prime Minister in London does not cancel support for Ukraine. Andy Burnham confirmed the course for a 100-year partnership. 🔹 Ukraine is now a 'donor' of technologies for Britain. 🔹 British troops in Estonia are ready to deter Russia. 🔹 Disputes over 3% of GDP for defense will not stop joint projects. #Ukraine #UnitedKingdom #Burnham #NATO #Defense
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Donald Trump in front of American flags, emotionally delivering a speech, contrasting with his secret escape from the NATO summit in Turkey through a food truck due to Iran threat.

Secret Escape: How Trump Left the NATO Summit in Turkey via a Catering Van Due to Iran Threat

Politics 08/11/2026, 05:36
🇺🇸 **Secret Operation in Turkey:** Trump left the NATO summit not on "Air Force One," but in a catering van! 🕵️‍♂️ Due to a threat from Iran, the Secret Service used an old Boeing 747 as a decoy. The President was secretly transferred to a military C-32A aircraft. 🇺🇦 **Ukraine and Air Defense:** At the summit, Trump promised Zelenskyy help with Patriots, but is now refusing to issue licenses. 🔥 **Context:** The U.S. resumed strikes on Iran, increasing risks for NATO leaders in Ankara. #Trump #NATO #Security #Ukraine #Politics
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Google logo on the facade of a modern Alphabet building at dusk, symbolizing the company’s massive investments in artificial intelligence development

The Debt Algorithm: Alphabet Prepares Record $25 Billion Bond Issuance for the AI Race

Technology 08/11/2026, 05:03
📉 **Alphabet borrows $25 billion:** Google is preparing a record bond issuance to finance AI infrastructure. 🏗️ **Reason:** Rising capital expenditures and negative free cash flow in the last quarter. 🌍 **Context:** Amazon, Meta*, and Oracle are also actively taking on debt. The tech sector is taking on record obligations for AI. ⚠️ **Risk:** Investors fear that the return on investment will take too long. #Google #Alphabet #AI #Finance
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Night launch of H3 rocket from Tanegashima carrying Michibiki 7 satellite for Japan’s QZSS positioning system

Japan Successfully Launches Sixth 'Michibiki 7' Satellite: H3 Rocket Liftoff and Prospects for Independent Positioning

Technology 08/11/2026, 04:53
🇯🇵 Japan successfully launched the sixth 'Michibiki 7' satellite with the H3 rocket! 🚀 The launch took place from the Tanegashima Space Center on the night of August 11, 2026. This is a major step towards independence from GPS: the Japanese QZSS system provides accuracy up to 6 cm (compared to 10 m for GPS). 📊 By the mid-2030s, Japan plans to launch 11 satellites to fully ensure sovereignty in navigation. #Japan #Space #QZSS #Technology
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Schematic hand holding abstract data graph, symbolizing control over automated code and risks of Anthropic’s autopilot

Anthropic Makes Code Autopilot the Standard: Why 'Automatic' Action Confirmation Turned Out to Be More Dangerous Than Its Absence

Technology 08/11/2026, 04:30
🤖 Anthropic is changing the rules of the game in development: starting August 14, 2026, Claude Code switches to automatic mode by default. Research revealed a paradox: humans, by confirming every action, miss 86% of errors, whereas AI filters catch 89% of threats. Manual control turned out to be an illusion of security. 🚀
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Humanoid robots HUBO by Samsung Electronics: technological evolution for the new RX division

Samsung Electronics Launches RX Division: Strategy to Capture the Humanoid Robot Market

Technology 08/11/2026, 04:16
🤖 Samsung Electronics officially launches the Robotics eXperience (RX) division for the production of humanoid robots. 🔹 The division reports directly to CEO Lee Jae-yong. 🔹 Strategy is overseen by Lee Don-geon (former Hyundai, experience with Boston Dynamics). 🔹 Based on the Samsung Gauss AI model and a new DC in Gumi. 🔹 Samsung leverages its full-cycle advantage: its own batteries and chips. The Korean giant is preparing a massive expansion into robotics, relying on hidden developments by Rainbow Robotics and global recruitment of specialists. 🇰🇷🚀 #Samsung #Robotics #TechNews #AI #HumanoidRobots
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Complex industrial chip manufacturing setup symbolizing TSMC's revenue growth driven by AI infrastructure investments

AI Boom: TSMC Revenue Soars 45% Amid Record Investments in AI Infrastructure

Technology 08/11/2026, 04:07
🚀 TSMC reports a 45% revenue increase to $14.5 billion. The AI boom continues: Google, Microsoft, Meta, and Amazon are investing $2.4 trillion in infrastructure. Apple is preparing for the September iPhone release, boosting chip demand. Despite a 50% stock rise since the start of the year, investors are noting a minor correction (-5% since June) amid margin concerns. #TSMC #AI #TechNews #Chips
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Young man with glasses looking at smartphone on street, illustrating personalized VK feed based on unified neural profile

Unified Neuroprofile: How VK Combined User Data to Create a 'Smart' Feed and Boost Ad Revenue

Technology 08/11/2026, 03:58
🤖 VK has implemented a new AI model to create user "neuroprofiles." The system combines data from "VKontakte," "VK Video," and "VK Clips," analyzing behavior as a single sequence of events. 📊 The results are impressive: • Watch time in "Clips" increased by 5.5%. • Engagement (likes, sharing) increased by 5–15%. • Video ads generated 6.5 billion rubles (+68%). 💰 Development costs are estimated at 0.8–1.2 billion rubles. The technology allows for more effective monetization of the existing audience by creating additional ad inventory without attracting new users.
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Glowing Apple logo on the store facade at night, symbolizing the rise in iPhone 18 Pro production costs due to memory crisis

iPhone 18 Pro production costs to surge nearly 40% due to memory crisis: Apple sacrifices profit for market share

Technology 08/11/2026, 03:47
📉 **iPhone 18 Pro production costs to rise by 38%**: Memory prices have skyrocketed, and the share of memory in the smartphone's cost has reached 34%. Apple is prepared to sacrifice profit to avoid raising prices for users, while Android manufacturers will likely pass costs on to buyers. 📱🚫 A global decline in the smartphone market is expected in 2027.
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