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DOGE Put Him in the Treasury Department. His Company Has Federal Contracts Worth Millions
Experts say the conflicts posed by Tom Krause's dual roles are unprecedented in the modern era.
DOGE’s USDS Purge Included the Guy Who Keeps Veterans’ Data Safe Online
The cybersecurity lead for VA.gov was fired last week. He tells WIRED that the Veterans Affairs digital hub will be more vulnerable without someone in his role.
This New Drug Could Help End the HIV Epidemic—but US Funding Cuts Are Killing Its Rollout
Lenacapavir, a twice yearly injection that prevents HIV transmission, was named the breakthrough medicine of 2024. But without US foreign aid dollars, its delivery to millions worldwide is under threat.
Which iPhone 16 Model Should You Buy?
Should you save up for the iPhone 16 or save some cash with the new iPhone 16e? We break down Apple's complicated lineup.
16 Best Crossplay Games for Consoles and PC (2025): Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, Mobile
These titles let you play with friends on all kinds of platforms, from computers to Xbox, PlayStation, Switch, and even mobile.
The Ozempic Shortage Is Over
The semaglutide shortage has officially ended in the US-which means the GLP-1 drug industry is about to undergo massive changes.
The Best Meat Subscription Boxes, Tested and Reviewed (2025)
Get grass-fed beef, pastured pork, and free-range chicken delivered to your door no matter where you live.
Roll Over Shakespeare: ChatGPT Is Here
Theater productions Doomers and McNeal tackle AI's impact on humanity and the creative process.
Did a Rock Hit Your Windshield, or Did Your Windshield Hit a Rock?
Either way, it sucks. But at least there's some fun physics to ponder while you're sitting in the repair shop.
The US Is Considering a TP-Link Router Ban—Should You Worry?
Several government departments are investigating TP-Link routers over Chinese cyberattack fears, but the company denies links.
What Are Those Weird Devices Basketball Players Are Holding?
Palm-cooling devices-designed to help humans bounce back quickly from exertion and heat stress by chilling their palms-are showing up on sidelines, in training camps, and wherever the heat is on.
6 Best Travel Mugs of 2025, Tested and Reviewed by WIRED Staffers
These top picks are built to last, keeping your coffee (or tea) at the perfect temp and your mornings smooth-no leaks, no lukewarm lattes, no stress.
Game Developers Fear Anti-Trans Measures Could Hit Their Industry Next
As companies like Meta, Google, and Amazon follow President Trump's moves to roll back diversity initiatives, trans and genderqueer devs worry their already struggling industry could follow suit.
The World Is in a Polyester Crisis. One Company Is Trying to Recycle a Way Out
The European company Reju may have developed the polyester recycling technology the textile industry needs. The question is whether the world is ready for it.
DOGE Sparks Surveillance Fear Across the US Government
The US government has increased the use of monitoring tools over the past decade. But President Donald Trump's employee purges are making workers worry about how their data could be abused.
The Delirious, Violent, Impossible True Story of the Zizians
A handful of gifted young tech people set out to save the world. For years, WIRED has been tracking each twist and turn of their alleged descent into mayhem and death.
The Lunar Economy Is Coming
The launch of the Blue Ghost module, scheduled to land on the moon early next month, is a key step in creating an Earth-moon supply chain.
The National Institute of Standards and Technology Braces for Mass Firings
Approximately 500 NIST staffers, including at least three lab directors, are expected to lose their jobs at the standards agency as part of the ongoing DOGE purge, sources tell WIRED.
Netflix Plans to Spend $1 Billion Making Content in Mexico Over the Next 4 Years
Netflix CEO Ted Sarandos says the money will go toward projects like Alfonso Cuaron's film Roma, which was made in Mexico and went on to international acclaim.
The 31 Best Movies on Max (aka HBO Max) Right Now (February 2025)
We Live in Time, Blue Velvet, and Beetlejuice Beetlejuice are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Max this month.
USDA Layoffs Derail Projects Benefiting American Farmers
The blanket firing of Department of Agriculture scientists has thrown a host of climate science and crop projects into chaos.
The Showdown Between Elon Musk and Sam Altman
This week, the Uncanny Valley hosts discuss the lawsuits, bidding wars, and power plays over OpenAI.
The Watergate-Inspired Law That’s Being Used to Fight DOGE
Here's how the 1974 Privacy Act is being used in legal battles against DOGE-and how you can protect yourself from government surveillance.
DOGE Puts $1 Spending Limit on Government Employee Credit Cards
The restrictions are already in place at the General Services Administration along with several other agencies. Soon they'll roll out to most of the federal government, sources say.
The 3 Best Essential Oil Diffusers (and One to Avoid)
Keep things smelling fresh with these handy home gadgets.
The Odds of a City-Killing Asteroid Hitting Earth Keep Rising
The likelihood of 2024 YR4 colliding with the our planet in 2032 have ticked up to over 3 percent. Is it time to start worrying?
Work Has Given Me Tech Neck. This Device Is Helping Undo the Damage
Hours of screen time lead to stiffness, pain, and brain fog. I tested the Chirp Wheel to see if it could help-and the results were surprising.
8 Best Projectors According to Our Reviewers (2025)
Whether you want a backyard presenter or a theater-quality behemoth, our projector picks will help you upgrade your movie nights.
ProtoArc XKM01 CaseUp Combo Review: A Reliable Portable Workstation
This foldable keyboard combo delivers a seamless experience for getting work done on the go without breaking the bank.
9 Best Smartwatches (2025): Apple, Wear OS, Hybrid & Kids' Watches
These WIRED-tested wearables reduce your reliance on a phone while keeping you connected.
Google Ad-Tech Users Can Target National Security ‘Decision Makers’ and People With Chronic Diseases
Google enables marketers to target people with serious illnesses and crushing debt-against its policies-as well as the makers of classified defense technology, a WIRED investigation has found.
The Incompetence of DOGE Is a Feature, Not a Bug
A series of mistakes by DOGE shows just how arbitrary and destructive this slash-and-burn strategy can get.
I’m Not Convinced Ethical Generative AI Currently Exists
WIRED's advice columnist considers whether some AI tools are more ethical than others, and if developers can make AI wiser.
Tubi Is Not the Next Netflix. It’s Something Better
The ad-supported service is home to the biggest content library of any streamer. So why is Tubi still considered a social punching bag?
Microsoft Hosted Explicit Videos of This Startup Founder for Years. Here's How She Got Them Taken Down
Breeze Liu has been a prominent advocate for victims. But even she struggled to scrub nonconsensual intimate images and videos of herself from the web.
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DOGE Now Has Access to the Top US Cybersecurity Agency
DOGE technologists Edward Coristine-the 19-year-old known online as Big Balls"-and Kyle Schutt are now listed as staff at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency.
USDS Engineering Director Resigns: ‘This Is Not the Mission I Came to Serve’
I do not believe that DOGE can continue to deliver the work of USDS, based on their actions so far," wrote Anne Marshall in a LinkedIn post on Wednesday.
There’s No Longer a Sub-$500 iPhone. Does It Matter?
The iPhone 16e starts at $599, which is nearly $200 more than the iPhone SE it just replaced.
Xbox Pushes Ahead With Muse, a New Generative AI Model. Devs Say ‘Nobody Will Want This’
One developer responds to the release of Muse: We are implicitly empowering a class of people who own these tools and don't give a fuck about how they reshape our lives."
These Are the SpaceX Engineers Already Working Inside the FAA
SpaceX engineers were said to be simply touring the Federal Aviation Administration on Monday. In fact, some were already being onboarded at the agency under a policy designed to increase employment opportunities for people with disabilities."
This USAID Program Made Food Aid More Efficient for Decades. DOGE Gutted It Anyways
The Famine Early Warning Systems Network is one of USAID's most data-driven programs, but its work has been stalled by the Trump administration.
Your Next Pet Could Be a Glowing Rabbit
Biohacker Josie Zyner's new company, Los Angeles Project, is creating a new generation of gene-edited pets.
Apple iPhone 16e (2025): Specs, Price, Release Date
The iPhone SE is no more. It's now replaced by the iPhone 16e, which includes a price hike, Face ID, and USB-C.
The Best Mesh Routers of 2025, Tested and Reviewed
Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested multiroom mesh systems will get you online in no time.
Best Workout Headphones We Tested and Sweated In (2025)
Rock your inner jock with a pair of sturdy, sweatproof, and tangle-proof headphones. Here are our favorites.
Best Fitness Trackers of 2025 for Peak Performance
Whether you're skiing in the backcountry or trampolining in the backyard, we have an activity tracker for you.
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