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  South Korea Presidential aide says AI cooperation with UAE could accelerate after conflict

  (Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-11 11:09)

  A senior South Korean official states that AI cooperation with the United Arab Emirates is expected to accelerate after the Middle East conflict ends, partly due to the UAE's increased need to strengthen its defense capabilities. The cooperation centers on the U.S.-backed Stargate project, where South Korea will help build computing power and a massive AI data campus in the UAE.

  South Korea's role includes constructing energy infrastructure for the project using nuclear, gas, and renewable energy, while deepening broader AI sector collaboration. This partnership aligns with South Korea's national goal of becoming a regional AI hub and spurring economic growth through strategic investment.

  The main topics covered are South Korea-UAE cooperation on AI and defense, the Stargate AI data center project, and South Korea's economic strategy in the AI sector.

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  Foreign hacker in 2023 compromised Epstein files held by FBI, source and documents show

  (Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-11 11:17)

  A foreign hacker compromised an FBI server containing files related to the Jeffrey Epstein investigation during a breach at the New York Field Office in February 2023. The FBI described it as an isolated cyber incident, stating it restricted the malicious actor's access and rectified the network.

  The breach occurred when a special agent inadvertently left a server vulnerable while navigating internal procedures. Investigators found evidence the hacker combed through Epstein-related files, though the specific documents accessed and the hacker's full identity remain unclear.

  The incident highlights the potential intelligence value of the Epstein files, with experts noting they would be a target for foreign entities seeking compromising material. The agent involved claimed he was being scapegoated, blaming conflicting FBI policies and IT guidance.

  Main topics: FBI data breach, Jeffrey Epstein investigation files, foreign hacker involvement, internal FBI procedures and response, potential intelligence value of compromised materials.

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  Demand for AI talent in China outpaces job postings in other ‘new-economy’ sectors

  (Tech - South China Morning Post / 2026-03-11 11:29)

  Demand for AI talent in China is surging, with AI-related job postings growing approximately twelvefold year-on-year in the first two months of the year. These positions now account for over a quarter of all job listings in "new-economy" sectors, significantly outpacing growth in fields like healthcare and renewable energy.

  This rapid increase signals that Chinese companies are aggressively integrating AI into their core business operations. However, a severe shortage of specialized technical talent exists, with some roles like high-performance computing engineers facing intense competition for each available candidate.

  The main topics covered are the booming demand for AI jobs in China, the integration of AI into business, and the significant talent shortage for specialized technical roles.

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  Intel's Heracles chip computes fully-encrypted data without decrypting it — chip is 1,074 to 5,547 times faster than a 24-core Intel Xeon in FHE math operations

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-11 11:48)

  Intel has demonstrated a new accelerator chip called Heracles that processes fully homomorphic encrypted (FHE) data without ever decrypting it, eliminating a major security vulnerability. The purpose-built chip is not a general-purpose CPU but is designed exclusively to accelerate the complex mathematics of FHE.

  It achieves a massive performance leap, being 1,074 to 5,547 times faster than a high-end 24-core Xeon processor in FHE operations. This is enabled by a specialized architecture featuring an 8192-way SIMD compute engine and high-bandwidth memory like HBM3.

  The main topics covered are the Heracles chip's security premise, its specialized design and performance benchmarks, and the technical architecture that enables its FHE processing capabilities.

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  Get 32GB of Kingston DDR5 for $261 when bundled with the new 9850X3D and an X870 motherboard — get AMD's fastest gaming chip and the core of an AM5 build for less than $1,100

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-11 11:54)

  Newegg is offering a bundle featuring AMD's new Ryzen 7 9850X3D CPU, an Asus ROG Strix X870E-H motherboard, and 32GB of Kingston Fury Beast DDR5 RAM for a total under $1,100. The bundle's primary value is securing the RAM for approximately $261, a significant discount compared to its current inflated standalone market price.

  The article highlights the 9850X3D as the current fastest gaming CPU, paired with a feature-rich motherboard offering extensive connectivity and overclocking support for a high-end AM5 platform build.

  The main topics covered are the specific PC component bundle deal, the performance and value of the included AMD CPU and motherboard, and the current high market price of RAM contrasted with the bundle's savings.

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  Asus chief says Macbook Neo's affordable pricing came as a shock to the entire PC market — compares $599 notebook to a tablet and content-consumption device

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-11 11:57)

  Asus executives expressed shock at Apple's introduction of the $599 MacBook Neo, a price point unexpected for an Apple device. They note its limitations, like non-upgradeable memory, positioning it more as a content-consumption device comparable to a tablet rather than a mainstream notebook.

  The affordable MacBook is seen as a new competitor to budget Windows laptops and Chromebooks, though user familiarity with Windows may limit switching. PC vendors are now seeking ways to compete, potentially leading to higher-quality, comparably-priced models, though supply chain issues for components like memory chips complicate this.

  The main topics covered are the market reaction to the MacBook Neo's pricing, its perceived limitations and target use case, the competitive response from PC manufacturers, and the challenges in the entry-level PC market.

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  Acer's Nitro V16 AI gaming laptop is now only £1199.99 — 32GB of RAM and an RTX 5070 GPU are standout specs of this great value gaming machine

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-11 11:58)

  The Acer Nitro V 16 AI gaming laptop is on sale for £1,199.99, a £300 discount from its list price during the Amazon Spring Day Deals event.

  Its key specifications include an AMD Ryzen AI 9 365 processor, an Nvidia RTX 5070 GPU with DLSS 4 support, 32GB of RAM, a 1TB SSD, and a 16-inch 180Hz WUXGA display.

  The article positions the laptop as a high-value, portable gaming machine with hardware capable of handling modern games, noting that such pricing may become less common due to rising component costs.

  Main topics: Product announcement and sale, hardware specifications and performance features, value assessment.

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  HyperX Origins 2 65 Review: 8,000Hz and Customizable

  (Latest from Tom's Hardware / 2026-03-11 12:00)

  The HyperX Origins 2 65 is a 65-percent mechanical gaming keyboard praised for its smooth, fast switches, lack of case ping, and customizable features like 3D-printable cases and swappable colored cases sold separately. However, its unique o-ring mount design, intended to improve typing feel, is criticized for being ineffective and making the keyboard feel like a standard tray-mounted board. Other noted drawbacks include its availability only in black by default and switches that some may find too loud.

  The keyboard is positioned as an upgrade with hot-swappable switches, an 8,000 Hz polling rate, and a starting price of $119.99.

  The main topics covered are the keyboard's features and specifications, its pros and cons as evaluated in the review, and details on its design and customization options.

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  Nvidia’s head of autonomous driving opens up about his plan to beat Waymo and Tesla

  (The Verge / 2026-03-11 12:00)

  Nvidia's head of automotive, Xinzhou Wu, demonstrates the company's hands-free driver-assist system to CEO Jensen Huang, expressing confidence in its capabilities. The company is moving beyond supplying chips to offering its own AI-powered driving features, recently unveiling a system called Alpamayo aimed at achieving high-level autonomy.

  Nvidia claims its unique approach combines an end-to-end AI model, which enables reasoning, with a traditional, rules-based "classical" stack for safety verification. This strategy is positioned as a challenge to competitors like Tesla and Waymo, with leadership arguing that success doesn't require millions of miles of real-world driving data alone.

  The main topics covered are Nvidia's autonomous driving technology demonstrations, its strategic push for leadership in the sector, and its technical approach combining AI and classical engineering for safety.

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  How Trump’s war on Iran stranded a million fliers — and plunged the Gulf’s favorite playground into chaos

  (The Verge / 2026-03-11 12:00)

  Iran launched missiles and drones at targets across the Middle East, including Dubai, in response to a US and Israeli strike. This led to the closure of civilian airspace over the region, the cancellation of over 3,400 flights, and left hundreds of thousands of travelers stranded.

  The attacks caused significant disruption in the Persian Gulf, a region that has heavily invested in becoming a critical global aviation hub due to its geographical advantages and infrastructure development. The sudden airspace closure exposed the vulnerability of this interconnected travel network during a geopolitical crisis.

  Stranded passengers faced immediate logistical problems, including invalid visas and a lack of accommodations, forcing many to wait in airports. The article highlights the Gulf's strategic reliance on air travel and how regional conflict can instantly paralyze this vital system.

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  Zoox plans to put its robotaxis on the Uber app in Vegas this year

  (TechCrunch / 2026-03-11 12:00)

  Zoox plans to make its robotaxis available for hire via the Uber app in Las Vegas later this year, pending federal regulatory approval. The company has applied for exemptions from certain vehicle safety standards, a process for which public comment has just begun.

  The partnership is multi-year, with plans to expand to Los Angeles in 2027, and represents Zoox's first such deal with a third-party platform. Uber, meanwhile, has numerous autonomous vehicle partnerships and is building dedicated divisions to support and integrate these services.

  The main topics covered are the Zoox-Uber robotaxi partnership, the regulatory approval process, and the context of Uber's broader autonomous vehicle strategy.

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  Meta Ramps Up Efforts to Disrupt Industrialized Scamming

  (Business Latest / 2026-03-11 12:01)

  Meta announced new account protections to flag suspicious scam activity early, including expanded Messenger detection and new WhatsApp and Facebook warnings. This follows a recent international law enforcement collaboration in Thailand that resulted in 21 arrests and Meta disabling over 150,000 accounts linked to scam compounds.

  The company disclosed it took down 10.9 million Facebook and Instagram accounts associated with criminal scam centers in 2025. It also outlined further efforts, including a goal for 90% of ad revenue to come from verified advertisers by 2026 and new AI systems to detect impersonation and deceptive links.

  The article highlights the global, industrial-scale crisis of organized scamming, particularly "pig butchering"-style investment fraud originating from Southeast Asian compounds. It covers Meta's platform security measures, international law enforcement actions, and the ongoing challenge of fraudulent advertising on social media.

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  Nvidia to invest $2 billion in AI cloud firm Nebius

  (Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-11 12:16)

  Nvidia has announced a $2 billion investment in the artificial intelligence cloud company Nebius. This move expands the chipmaker's growing portfolio of strategic investments in AI firms.

  The main topics covered are Nvidia's financial investment, the specific recipient company (Nebius AI cloud), and the broader context of Nvidia's investment strategy in the artificial intelligence sector.

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  Rumores de nova mudança na diretoria do Serpro, que pode passar pela Dataprev

  (Capital Digital / 2026-03-11 12:22)

  André Picoli Agatte, the current director of New Business and IT Intelligence at Serpro, is expected to be replaced by the end of April, having lost political support. The primary candidate to succeed him is Ricardo Pereira Borges, the current Technology and Operations director at Dataprev, who has extensive experience in government IT roles.

  Borges's professional background includes significant IT leadership positions in Goiás state and at the federal level, including the Ministries of Citizenship and Education. His political backing is reportedly linked to Olavo Noleto Alves, the current Minister of Institutional Relations.

  The situation remains speculative, with rumors also suggesting former Telebras and Dataprev president André Leandro Magalhães may seek the position. The changes are attributed to internal political shifts following new leadership at Serpro.

  Main Topics: Anticipated executive replacement at Serpro; professional profile of the replacement candidate; underlying political maneuvering.

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  Oracle rallies as strong revenue forecast eases concerns over massive AI bets

  (Tech-Economic Times / 2026-03-11 12:25)

  Oracle's stock surged after the company issued an upbeat revenue forecast, raising its fiscal 2027 target to $90 billion. A key indicator of future revenue, its remaining performance obligations, soared 325% year-over-year, signaling strong demand for its AI infrastructure investments.

  The company is making a massive bet on AI by building data centers for partners like OpenAI while using AI tools internally to develop software more efficiently. Analysts describe Oracle as a direct, though leveraged and higher-risk, play on the AI infrastructure buildout.

  Executive Chairman Larry Ellison addressed concerns that AI tools threaten its software business, stating Oracle is embracing them to create new SaaS products. However, some analysts note persistent investor worries about execution risks and financial pressures within its cloud division.