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technology1 month ago•55 min saved

AI-driven COBOL modernization accelerates upgrades while trimming consultant needs

Anthropic’s Claude Code is pitched as an AI-assisted COBOL modernization toolkit that maps dependencies, traces data flows, and documents workflows across thousands of lines of legacy code. It can translate COBOL logic to modern languages, create API wrappers to run old and new code side by side, and generate automated tests that verify migrated components produce identical outputs. By automating exploration and risk assessment, it aims to cut heavy consultant workloads and accelerate modernization, though such AI-driven approaches could disrupt traditional COBOL vendors like IBM.

via TechRadar|

#ai #anthropic-claude-code #cobol

business1 month ago•27 min saved

Whirlpool trims nearly 350 jobs at Amana plant in modernization push

Whirlpool is cutting nearly 350 jobs at its Amana, Iowa, refrigerator plant—about a quarter of the 1,500 employees—as part of a multi-year modernization to broaden and diversify production. Layoffs begin March 9, with potential additional reductions later; the company will offer on-site HR support and unemployment guidance, and recall rights for affected workers are limited.

via KGAN|

#amana #business #layoffs

defense2 months ago•4 min saved

Pentagon Overhauls Stars and Stripes to Sharpen Warfighting Focus

The Defense Department announced it will overhaul the military newspaper Stars and Stripes, modernizing it to emphasize warfighting, weapons systems, fitness, lethality and survivability, while reducing wire-service reporting and signaling continued editorial independence as a publication for service members.

via Politico|

#defense #defense-department #editorial-independence

military5 months ago•2 min saved

Marine Corps Unveils Modernization Strategy to Address Evolving Warfare

The U.S. Marine Corps is undergoing a continuous modernization process called Force Design to adapt to evolving warfare, emphasizing advanced technology, flexible MAGTF formations, and maintaining core Marine values to ensure readiness and dominance against peer adversaries.

via USNI News|

#expeditionary #force-design #marine-corps

world7 months ago•7 min saved

North Korea's New Seaside Resorts and Surprising Modern Touches

North Korea is increasingly mimicking Western consumer culture through fake brands, modern resorts, and digital payments, despite international sanctions and its isolated economy, as part of Kim Jong-un's efforts to project prosperity and attract foreign currency.

via The New York Times|

#consumerism #imitation-brands #modernization

royalty9 months ago•2 min saved

King Charles Ends 180-Year Royal Train Tradition Amid Health and Royal Changes

King Charles is retiring the royal train by 2027 to save costs and modernize the monarchy, replacing it with helicopters and scheduled trains for official travel, amid ongoing health concerns and efforts to streamline royal expenses.

via StyleCaster|

#cost-cutting #king-charles #modernization

world9 months ago•1 min saved

Senate Confirms Bryan Bedford as New FAA Administrator

The Senate confirmed Bryan Bedford, a former airline executive, as the new FAA administrator, tasking him with modernizing outdated air traffic control systems and addressing staffing issues amid recent safety incidents, supported by a $12.5 billion funding boost from Congress.

via The New York Times|

#air-traffic-control #bryan-bedford #faa

technology10 months ago•4 min saved

U.S. Seeks Innovators for Air Traffic Control Modernization

The U.S. aims to overhaul its outdated air traffic control system, replacing legacy equipment like floppy disks and paper strips with modern technology, but faces significant challenges including high costs, aging facilities, and political hurdles, with a goal to complete the upgrade within four years.

via NPR|

#air-traffic-control #faa #infrastructure-investment

infrastructure1 year ago•2 min saved

City Reveals New Designs for O'Hare Satellite Concourse

Chicago O'Hare Airport's modernization project unveiled designs for Satellite Concourse 1, featuring new amenities and design elements. The project, part of the O'Hare 21 Terminal Area Plan, will add 19 new gates and is expected to create around 3,800 jobs. Completion is targeted for 2028, with potential further expansions if the budget allows.

via WLS-TV|

#airlines #chicago #expansion

technology2 years ago•3 min saved

"911 Outage Exposes System Vulnerabilities Across Multiple States"

A 911 outage affecting multiple states has prompted calls for increased modernization and regulation of the emergency system, with experts emphasizing the need for backups, redundancy, and resilient backups to prevent such outages. The outage, reportedly caused by a third-party company installing a light pole, left millions without emergency access for about 2½ hours, prompting an FCC investigation. Experts stress the need for a more unified, Next Generation 911 system and increased regulation at both state and federal levels to prevent similar incidents in the future.

via NBC News|

#911-outage #emergency-system #modernization

world-news2 years ago•3 min saved

"Japan's Imperial Family Embraces Instagram and Modernity"

Japan's royal family launched its official Instagram account, @kunaicho_jp, in an effort to connect with younger generations and dispel its image as reclusive. The account, managed by the Imperial Household Agency, features photos and videos of Emperor Naruhito, Empress Masako, and Princess Aiko attending various events. Despite blocking comments, the account gained over 320,000 followers on its first day. The move reflects the family's attempt to adapt to modern times and appeal to a wider audience, following recent scandals and controversies.

via NBC News|

#instagram #japan #modernization

transportation2 years ago•3 min saved

"Assessing the Future of Pittsburgh's Mon Incline: Community Impact and Safety Concerns"

Pittsburgh Regional Transit officials are considering the future of the 154-year-old Monongahela Incline, discussing the possibility of replacing it with more modern technology due to frequent closures and repairs. CEO Katharine Kelleman announced the formation of a committee and engagement with a consulting firm to explore potential solutions, including modern replacements like gondolas or trams. While emphasizing the incline's historical significance, Kelleman stated openness to a more modern approach. The incline recently closed due to a computer issue, and discussions about its future, maintenance, and funding are ongoing.

via TribLIVE|

#infrastructure #modernization #mon-incline

military-technology2 years ago•1 min saved

"Challenges and Commitments: Assessing Germany's Military Capabilities"

A German military official has warned that the country's armed forces still rely on outdated technology such as fax machines for document transmission and lack the ability to communicate via radio with some allies. The official emphasized the need for modernization to ensure effective communication and security in military operations.

via Financial Times|

#communication #german-military #military-technology

military-budget-and-modernization2 years ago•6 min saved

"Pentagon's $850B Budget Request Sparks Defense Spending Chaos"

The US Army has requested a $185.9 billion budget for fiscal year 2025, aiming to maintain modernization efforts while making tough trade-offs, including canceling the Extended Range Cannon Artillery program due to technical challenges. The budget also reallocates funds within the aviation portfolio, with plans to reinvest in areas such as soldier housing and unmanned aerial reconnaissance systems. Additionally, the Army seeks to ramp up munitions production and restart testing on the Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon program, while also considering the procurement of Microsoft's Integrated Visual Augmentation System for close combat formations.

via Breaking Defense|

#artillery #aviation #military-budget

military2 years ago•4 min saved

"US Army's Force Reduction: Winners, Losers, and Future Focus"

The U.S. Army plans to shrink its force in some areas and expand it in others to align with its modernization efforts and address recruiting challenges, aiming to reach approximately 470,000 soldiers by fiscal 2029. The new force structure includes building out theater-level multidomain task forces and making significant investments in integrated air and missile defense, while also reducing spaces through efficiencies and adjustments to close combat forces. The Army's whitepaper outlines these changes as it transitions from counterinsurgency missions to large-scale combat operations against technologically advanced adversaries.

via Defense News|

#force-structure #military #modernization