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March 12, 2026

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TECHNOLOGY

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Microsoft’s ‘Xbox mode’ is coming to every Windows 11 PC (The Verge)
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- Microsoft will launch controller-friendly “Xbox Mode” across Windows 11 devices starting in April.
- Microsoft revealed Project Helix, a future system supporting both PC and console games.
- Developer updates include shader precompiling, improved compression, faster loading via DirectStorage enhancements.
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Foreign hacker breached FBI Epstein files server at New York office (NY Post)
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- A foreign hacker infiltrated an Federal Bureau of Investigation server containing files on Jeffrey Epstein in 2023.
- The hacker discovered disturbing child abuse evidence after breaching the New York field office network.
- Access occurred after an FBI staffer accidentally left a Child Exploitation Forensic Lab server exposed.
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WORLD

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FUTURISM

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- Particle6 released a music video featuring AI-generated actor Tilly Norwood.
- Hollywood figures, including Emily Blunt, previously criticized the rise of AI-generated performers.
- The song ‘Take the Lead’ drew strong criticism despite contributions from eighteen human creators.
Nuro begins testing autonomous vehicle technology on public streets in Tokyo (Reuters)
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- Nuro launched autonomous vehicle testing in Tokyo using modified Toyota Prius cars with safety drivers.
- The trial marks the startup’s first overseas expansion after shifting its business model two years ago.
- Testing evaluates dense traffic, left-side driving rules, new road signs, lane markings unique to Japan.
Microsoft’s ‘Xbox mode’ is coming to every Windows 11 PC (The Verge)
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- Microsoft will launch controller-friendly “Xbox Mode” across Windows 11 devices starting in April.
- Microsoft revealed Project Helix, a future system supporting both PC and console games.
- Developer updates include shader precompiling, improved compression, faster loading via DirectStorage enhancements.

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