AI governance for modernizing legacy systems
Tags: Technology/Research/AI
Forbes Technology Council and ZDNET say that legacy platforms can be modernized with AI. The materials focus on the problems of legacy architecture with data, and on testing AI-based processes on the basis of existing AI. In the PRCA case, the company used Zencoder to analyze business logic for modernization of systems. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 22:14
Hisense reportedly rolls out Dolby Vision 2 on 2026 models
Tags: Technology/Devices
Hisense reportedly rolls out Dolby Vision 2 on 2026 TV models, including UX, UR9, UR8 and U7. The company says it is rolling out the feature in some regions first, and only then will it become available for all supported models. Dolby Vision 2 is described as a new dynamic HDR format built on the same underlying technology as Dolby Vision. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 22:04
Ford plans to sell the electric Fathom starting at $28,350 in 2027
Tags: Automotive/Technology
Ford says it will sell its new electric pickup Fathom starting at $28,350. The company also indicates that deliveries will arrive in fall 2027, and that pricing should start below $29,945. The materials outline the vehicle’s features, including support for Apple Maps, Android Auto, and Apple CarPlay, as well as the BlueCruise system. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 22:00
Bose unveils QuietComfort headphones with ANC and Immersive Audio
Tags: Technology/Devices
Bose has announced new QuietComfort headphones with active noise cancellation and Immersive Audio. According to the company, Immersive Audio creates a more immersive sound experience, while Still, Motion and Cinema modes are also supported. Preorders start on 8 September, with the headphones priced at $359. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
About to file a lawsuit over ERCOT data-center electricity project
Tags: Economy/Energy/USA/Technology
Texas Governor Greg Abbott has filed a lawsuit challenging new data-center electricity rates through the end of ERCOT’s existing audit period. The filing states that the audit will provide information about whether the electricity rates plan violates federal law, including the reasons for changing the impact. New York has approved a moratorium on data-center electricity connections, while NYISO expects it will not affect the connection process. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
Zelensky discusses the Freyja program and Ukraine’s ballistic missile program
Tags: Ukraine/Technology/Energy/Politics
President Volodymyr Zelensky said that Ukraine’s ballistic missile program is tied to the Freyja project. He also outlined what needs to be done to obtain critical components, including cooperation with partners for the development of defense capabilities. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
FIFA says it was a mistake to approve a grant for the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) programme
Tags: Football/Sport/Europe/Politics
FIFA said it was a mistake to approve a grant for the FIFA Forward Enterprise (FFE) programme. After that, FIFA said it had denied the claim that it was involved in the approval of the grant. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
Senator Says He Won’t Provide iPhone to the FBI
Tags: USA/Technology/Devices/Politics
Senator says he will not provide the iPhone to the FBI. He says that he will invoke the Fifth Amendment contempt of Congress to avoid turning over the iPhone. The senator says the contempt vote is scheduled for 8:30 a.m. on Thursday. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
Environment Agency finds amber status for England’s chemical rivers
Tags: Ecology/Research/Europe
Environment Agency said it found that all rivers in England cannot achieve a “good” chemical status. By 2025, 14.3% of water bodies will have a good ecological status. For assessments, 41% of water bodies will have a good status. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
Kryvbas’ comeback falls short against Zorya as UPL match ends in a 1-4 defeat
Tags: Ukraine/Sport/Football
Kryvbas’ comeback falls short against Zorya as UPL match ends in a 1-4 defeat. Denys Podgurskyi makes his debut for Kryvbas in the game. The match between Kryvbas and Zorya starts at 13:00. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
Woman, 47, who was stabbed in the back near Covent Garden
Tags: Crime/Europe
Police in London say a 47-year-old Stella Gollovena was stabbed in the back near Covent Garden. Metropolitan Police said the incident happened on Thursday after reports that a woman aged 34, 39, 42 and 56 had been stabbed. The woman appeared in court at Highbury Corner Magistrates’ Court on Thursday. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
Accell accused of patent infringement over Raleigh bikes
Tags: Automotive/Economy/Crime
Accell Group is accused of patent infringement over Raleigh bikes, after the company was unable to find any evidence of wrongdoing. Accell UK and Ireland said it had not been able to provide any details about the alleged infringement, and that the group’s investigation into the case was ongoing. Accell Group CEO Jonas Nilsson said the company would continue to investigate the matter. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:39
Hackers are targeting water systems via malware in the USA
Tags: Crime/USA/Technology
Hackers may have infected more than 30 municipal water system installations in the United States between 26 and 27 June 2026. The report says that the attackers used malware to compromise PLCs, while the municipal water system operators’ network connections were used for remote control. It also states that the attackers’ main goal is to gain unauthorized access to the systems. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:26
Spain’s bid to host the 2030 World Cup final
Tags: Football/Sport/Europe/Middle East
The Spanish sports ministry says that a bid to host the 2030 World Cup final in Spain has been approved. The ministry says FIFA’s decision to move forward with the bid was based on information provided by FIFA’s agent, and that Morocco’s bid was rejected. The ministry also says that Morocco offered the King Hassan II stadium, while Spain offered the Santiago Bernabéu stadium. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:04
Salakh Pogodiv’s contract with Trabzonspor: from Liverpool, he will join the club in the summer
Tags: Football/Sport/Europe
Mohamed Salakh Pogodiv has signed a contract with Trabzonspor after leaving Liverpool. He will join the Turkish club in the summer, after the official end of the season. His first match for Trabzonspor will be on 20 September at Papara Park, ahead of the start of the European League season. Read more
06 Aug 2026, 21:04