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Humanoid UBTECH robots in a futuristic setting, symbolizing the delay of mass adoption until 2030

The Renaissance Illusion: Why Mass Adoption of Humanoid Robots is Delayed Until 2030

Technology 08/17/2026, 02:29
🤖 The Renaissance Illusion: Why Mass Adoption of Humanoid Robots is Delayed Until 2030 Despite a boom in shipments in 2026, the actual use of robots in industry accounts for only 15%. The rest go to demonstrations and software tests. 📉 Forecasts: from 60k to 100k robots per year, but mass production — no earlier than 2027. 💰 Price tag: up to $40k (currently more expensive), payback period unclear. 🛑 Barriers: safety, training complexity, and data fragmentation. #Robots #Technology #AI #Industry #XABinfo
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Roblox logo against a collage of game scenes, illustrating the US Senate investigation into child safety on the platform

US Senate Launches Official Investigation into Roblox: Are Children at Risk for Profit?

Technology 08/17/2026, 02:09
🚨 US Senate launches investigation into Roblox! Senators accuse the platform of neglecting child safety for profit. 🧒⚖️ 📉 In the spotlight are financial abuses and cases of violence. Roblox leadership promises to provide data by August 31 but insists on their innocence. 🛡️ 🌍 The investigation complements a wave of lawsuits from US states and total bans on the platform in other countries. Is the future of the popular game at risk? 🕹️🚫 #Roblox #USSenate #ChildSafety #Gaming #TechNews
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Construction site of Hualong-1 nuclear power plant in China: aerial view of active works, cranes and foundation preparation

Hualong-1: Ten Years of China's Nuclear Surge and Export Ambitions

Technology 08/17/2026, 01:17
🇨🇳 By 2026, China's "Hualong-1" nuclear power plant has become a symbol of energy sovereignty. In 10 years from foundation laying to record indicators: 65 billion kWh, 150,000 jobs, and export potential of $4 billion per plant. AI integration and passive cooling make it a leader among 3rd-generation nuclear plants. 🚀⚡ #Hualong1 #NuclearEnergy #China
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Two girls with laptop and tablet wearing headphones — illustration of Norway’s 2026 ban on social media for children under 16

Norway Introduces Ban on Social Media for Children Under 16: Details of the 2026 Bill

Technology 08/17/2026, 01:05
🇳🇴 Norway introduces a strict ban on social media for children under 16. Starting from January 1st of the year they turn 16, platforms are obligated to verify users. 2026 Statistics: 79% of children aged 11-12 are already on social media. The government is preparing a bill to be submitted by the end of the year within the framework of the DSA. 📱🚫 #Norway #SocialMedia #ChildProtection
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British Spectrum drone decoy on a catapult launcher, ready for deployment in a field

British 'Spectr': How a Cheap Decoy Drone Forces the Enemy to Spend Millions on Interception

Technology 08/17/2026, 00:33
🇬🇧 The British Spectr drone is a 'ghost' for enemy radars. It is equipped with a retroreflector that artificially increases its size on the air defense screen by 20 times. This forces the enemy to spend expensive missiles on a cheap target. In conjunction with the Kestrel drone, the Spectr system not only depletes ammunition but also calculates the location of enemy radars for their destruction. Currently, the drone is undergoing trials in Ukraine. 🚁🎯
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Visualization of the future innovation center at Dobroslavtsi airbase with modern buildings and a runway

Bulgaria's Space Leap: Creating an Innovation Center at Dobroslavtsi Air Base with EnduroSat

Technology 08/16/2026, 23:43
🇧🇬 Bulgaria is making a leap into space! The government has approved the creation of an innovation center at Dobroslavtsi Air Base together with EnduroSat. 🛰️ 🚀 Complex for satellite assembly and specialist training. 🌍 Goal: To become a leading center for defense developments in Europe. 🤝 Support from Sfera Technologies and Sofia University. #Bulgaria #Space #EnduroSat #Innovation
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Samsung engineers analyze AI data in a server room for new chip development

Samsung Launches the AI Era in Chip Manufacturing: Strategic Hiring of a Professor and New Market Challenges

Technology 08/16/2026, 23:38
🚀 Samsung Electronics launches the AI era in chip manufacturing! The company has recruited Professor Han Bo-hyeon from Seoul National University to develop AI models that will optimize the design and production of microchips. This is part of a strategy to compete with TSMC and address the chip shortage problem until 2028. 🧠💻 #Samsung #AI #Semiconductors #Technology
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Xiaomi Phone 1: the legendary first smartphone marking Xiaomi's 15th anniversary

Xiaomi celebrates 15th anniversary of its first smartphone: how the empire began

Technology 08/16/2026, 23:18
🎉 Xiaomi celebrates the 15th anniversary of its first smartphone! 📱 On August 16, 2026, it has been exactly 15 years since the unveiling of the Xiaomi Phone 1 in Beijing. This event marked the start of creating one of the world's largest technological empires. 🔹 The company was founded in 2010. 🔹 The first smartphone was unveiled in August 2011. 🔹 Xiaomi Vice Chairman Wang Xiaoyang congratulated fans on the anniversary. To mark the date, the company reminded everyone of its philosophy: "Tribute is to move forward with greater confidence." 🚀 #Xiaomi #TechNews #Xiaomi15Years #MobileHistory
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Woman holding two iPhones: one with Lightning port, another with USB-C — illustrating Apple’s interface evolution over 5 years

From Lightning to USB-C and iOS 27: How the iPhone Changed in 5 Years

Technology 08/16/2026, 14:32
📱 **iPhone 2026: How the Smartphone Changed in 5 Years?** Five years after the iPhone 13, Apple has completely rebuilt its lineup. The switch from Lightning to USB-C, the appearance of Action Button and Camera Control, and the implementation of Apple Intelligence have made smartphones unrecognizable. 🔹 **Screens:** Dynamic Island and Always-on Display are now the norm; ProMotion is in base models. 🔹 **Cameras:** 48 MP everywhere, 8x zoom in Pro, and 4K 120fps video. 🔹 **AI:** Siri in iOS 27 (2026) now understands context and works with neural networks. Full breakdown of the transformation in our longread. #Apple #iPhone17 #iOS27 #TechNews
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Ukrainian military inspect a drone interceptor chosen to combat Iranian 'Shahed' drones

Winner in the Fight Against 'Shaheds': Ukrainian Military Selects Best Interceptor Drone

Technology 08/16/2026, 07:29
🚀 Ukrainian military completed tests of interceptor drones against 'Shaheds'. The winner was LITAVR+ from F-Drones. 🇺🇦 The 1020th Regiment named this drone the best in terms of speed and range. 🇺🇸 F-Drones is already supplying drones to the Pentagon (Drone Dominance project), completely excluding Chinese components. 🛡️ The Ministry of Defense has codified the TAF Kolibri-10 interceptor for procurement via DOT-Chain Defence.
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Man in blue shirt and Ray-Ban Meta smart glasses sitting on a bench, demonstrating the use of glasses for the visually impaired

Meta donates 15,000 Ray-Ban smart glasses to assist the blind and visually impaired in Ireland

Technology 08/16/2026, 07:15
🇮🇪 Meta donated 15,000 Ray-Ban smart glasses to the Irish organization Vision Ireland. 👓 AI-powered glasses will help the blind and visually impaired read text and recognize objects. 📢 The company conducted user training and implemented a support system. ⚖️ The initiative received support despite global debates about the privacy of smart glasses.
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Orange electric car Voyah driving on the ceiling of a conical tunnel, performing a stunt similar to Schumacher's trick

Electric car drove on the tunnel ceiling: Voyah repeated Schumacher's legendary stunt on a production vehicle

Technology 08/16/2026, 07:06
🚗💨 In China, the Voyah Passion S electric vehicle repeated Schumacher's legendary stunt by driving on the tunnel ceiling! ✅ Production SUV, not a racing prototype. ✅ Speed of 130 km/h and exact entry angle of 16°. ✅ Power of 637 hp against gravity. Official sales start — August 15. This is not just advertising, but proof of the 800V platform technologies. 🇨🇳⚡
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