Microsoft is rolling out its Xbox Full Screen Experience beyond handheld devices to all Windows 11 machines. The feature provides a controller-first gaming interface accessible through multiple shortcuts. Testing begins today for Windows Insiders in Dev and Beta channels.
With AI transforming the economy and displacing workers, there’s growing discussion about implementing AI-specific taxes. The most practical approach would target key inputs like energy consumption, chips, or compute time. This could help fund retraining programs and social safety nets.
X, formerly Twitter, has seen its user base stagnate under Elon Musk’s ownership. Pew Research data shows usage among Americans remained nearly flat while competitors like TikTok and Instagram grew. The platform lost significant ground with young users aged 18-29.
The United Arab Emirates is making a massive CAD$70 billion commitment to Canadian artificial intelligence and energy infrastructure. This represents one of the largest foreign investment announcements in Canada’s technology and resources sectors.
Renowned indie studio Inkle has announced TR-49, a unique found-footage WWII code-breaking mystery. The game draws inspiration from real family history and The Return of the Obra Dinn. It launches in January with voice acting from Baldur’s Gate 3 and Doctor Who actors.
Federal regulators have dropped their investigation into Equinix following short-seller allegations of accounting manipulation. The SEC concluded its probe without recommending enforcement action. Equinix had previously settled a shareholder lawsuit for $41.5 million related to the same allegations.
Twitch will be added to Australia’s social media ban for users under 16 starting December 10. The platform must block new accounts for teenagers and deactivate existing ones by January 9. Pinterest was exempted from the restrictions.
Microsoft is bringing its Xbox full screen experience to all Windows 11 PCs, not just handheld gaming devices. The feature replaces the traditional desktop with a gamepad-friendly interface that works across multiple game launchers. Both official and unofficial methods are available for testing righ
A revolutionary wireless retinal implant has shown stunning results in restoring central vision for people with advanced macular degeneration. In clinical trials, 81% of participants gained meaningful visual improvement, with many able to read letters, words, and even book pages for the first time i
A $100 million AI super PAC backed by Andreessen Horowitz and OpenAI’s cofounder is targeting New York Assembly member Alex Bores over his AI safety legislation. Bores believes the attack backfired, generating attention for his cause. The conflict highlights growing tensions between AI regulation an
