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What Elon Musk Can Learn From Mastodon—and What He Can’t
Twitter’s new owner has a vision that sounds a lot like a scrappy little social network that already exists, with one key difference.
Musk’s Plan to Reveal the Twitter Algorithm Won’t Solve Anything
Simply uploading code won't explain the platform's inner workings—and it could introduce more serious issues.
11 Great Deals on Monitors, Laptop Stands, and Other WFH Gear
If you’re tinkering with your work-from-home setup, these gadgets might help.
Right-Wing Trolls Are Trying to Break Back Into Twitter
Elon Musk's “free speech” promise is igniting an extremist revival, but the “replatforming” has only just begun.
North Koreans Are Jailbreaking Phones to Access Forbidden Media
A new report suggests that a small but vibrant group of smartphones hackers may be challenging the world's most digitally restrictive regime.
Huffy's Folding Ebike Skimps On Comfort and Power for a Low Price
This foldable electric bike isn't a bad option, but it's not particularly comfortable and has disappointing range.
PlayStation Plus Is Changing. Here's What You Need to Know
The new program, still called PlayStation Plus, will absorb PlayStation Now and gain new tiers with new features.
Europe Has Traded Away Its Online Porn Law
The landmark Digital Services Act has a glaring omission: It ditches plans to tighten rules that could have protected survivors of revenge porn and other forms of sexual abuse.
Russia Is Being Hacked at an Unprecedented Scale
From “IT Army” DDoS attacks to custom malware, the country has become a target like never before.
Meet the People Illustrating the Brutality of War in Ukraine
Six artists share what it’s like to keep working during Russia’s ongoing attack.
When the Next Covid Wave Breaks, the US Won’t Be Able to Spot It
Lab programs are closing. Home testing has shrunk the pool of publicly reported data. Will we still see the next surge before it arrives?
Elon Musk’s Twitter Buy Exposes a Privacy Minefield
The social network’s user data and more will soon be at the whims of the world’s richest man. Who’s worried?
This Blood Test Detects Cancer in Dogs. But Do You Want to Know?
A startup just showed that its OncoK9 test accurately sounds the alarm for aggressive and advanced cancers. The catch? These often have no cure.
With the Clock Running Out, Humans Need to Rethink Time Itself
Time is political by nature—governing everything from election cycles to environmental policies. Could reconfiguring the hours restore humanity's hope for the future?
How to Officially Submit Your Emoji Idea
Have a killer idea for the next great emoji? Here’s the paperwork you need to fill out.
Broken EV Chargers Could Stall the Electric Car Movement
Range anxiety is bad enough. But even when they find a station, drivers often have to deal with broken equipment.
NASA's Psyche Spacecraft Heads to Cape Canaveral
This August, following tests at the launch site, the probe will voyage to the middle of the solar system to do the first detailed study of a mostly metal asteroid.
Welcome to Janelle Monáe’s Dreamworld
In her new science fiction book ‘The Memory Librarian,’ the artist and Afrofuturist icon creates an apocalyptic—and hopeful—vision of the future.
How Elon Musk Won Twitter
His weeks-long pursuit of the company has resulted in a $44 billion deal. But how did it happen, and what the hell comes next?
Ukraine War Prompts Europe's New Emergency Rules for the Internet
The Digital Services Act has granted the European Commission unprecedented power over tech companies in times of war.
The US Saw a Spike in Child Sexual Abuse URLs in 2021
CSAM hosting in the United States rose 64 percent last year, putting the country second in the world, a new report found.
Do I Really Need to Back Up All My Data?
WIRED’s spiritual advice columnist on external hard drives and the value of digitized memories.
Ford's Mustang Mach-E Is a Fine Electric Ride
We took Ford's questionably named but competent SUEV out for a gallop. Here's what we liked—and what we didn't.
The Intoxicating Pleasure of Conspiratorial Thinking
What a remorseful January 6 insurrectionist taught me about why we believe.
Extreme Heat Is a Disease for Cities. Treat It That Way
The “urban heat island effect” creates extra-hot temperatures that kill. But cities can prescribe powerful treatments, like green spaces and reflective roofs.
What Is the Metaverse, Exactly?
Everything you never wanted to know about the future of talking about the future.
Polk’s New Soundbar Will Surprise You With How Good It Sounds
This Dolby Atmos-enabled bar includes a wireless subwoofer and is the audio upgrade you’re looking for—at a reasonable price.
Mitochondria Double as Tiny Lenses in the Eye
Mitochondrial bundles in the retina may improve how efficiently your eye captures light.
A Woman's Guide to the Most Toxic Trolls on the Internet
If there’s one thing a woman can count on, it’s getting harassing messages online. Here’s a taxonomy of the creatures on the other end of them.
How to Make Sure You Can Recover Your iCloud Data
Put some precautions in place, just in case you need them later. These steps will make it easier to get your data back if something bad happens.
The Glorious Utility of the Mid-Range Phone
Also, Garmin has a new fitness tracker, Zoom gets emotional, and Instagram tries to prioritize original content.
How Prescribed Burns Can Help Restore Eastern US Forests
A movement is growing to reintroduce controlled burns to forests and grasslands, bringing back the role of fire in creating biodiverse landscapes.
Give Autel's Evo Lite+ Drone a Spin—Especially in Ludicrous Mode
Autel’s new Evo Lite+ has a night mode and great flight time, and it’s a compelling alternative to DJI’s most popular drones.
15 Great Deals on Bluetooth Speakers, Earbuds, and Outdoor Gear
The weather’s warming up. Kick-start your outdoor activities with these discounts.
I Played Halo With My Spouse 17 Years After We Almost Broke Up Over It
I wasn't ready for it 17 years ago, when my then boyfriend and I nearly broke up over it. But now I can play until I throw up.
The Best Earth Day Deals on Tech, Ebikes, and Cleaning Supplies
Make your life a little greener with discounts on our favorite eco-conscious gear.
Fantasy Heroes Rarely Go on Strike
The genre often focuses on the politics of feudal systems, but rarely on collective struggle.
Joe Biden, and the Country, Could Really Use a CTO
Plus: Obama’s head techy, the world’s social media addiction, and Russia’s unwelcomed escalation.
Why The Masked Singer’s Rudy Giuliani Reveal Failed
Sometimes a brazen ratings grab just doesn’t work.
Shanghai’s Plan to Reboot the Tech Supply Chain Will Be Hard
The government wants to restart production and shipping to meet global demand, but some people may trade a lockdown at home to being locked inside factories.
Making Science More Open Is a Potential Security Risk
The open science movement pushes for making scientific knowledge quickly accessible to all. But a new paper warns that speed can come at a cost.
The Northman Deserves More Than Cult Classic Status
Director Robert Eggers' new movie has an opportunity to prove an artful viking epic can battle the summer superheroes.
'Vampire Energy' Is Sucking the Life Out of Our Planet
This Earth Day, it's time to tackle a sneaky source of waste that drains wallets and accelerates climate change.
Take Action Against Climate Change With These Tools and Resources
These apps and online spaces can help you manage your eco-anxiety—and take steps to tread more lightly on the planet.
Hackers Are Getting Caught Exploiting New Bugs More Than Ever
A pair of reports from Mandiant and Google found a spike in zero-day vulnerabilities in 2021. The question is, why?
What If Fans Could Gather and Sequence Athletes' DNA?
New technology could allow you to suck up DNA out of the air wherever you go. This could have big implications for a genetics-fixated future of sports.
What Would Elon’s Twitter Takeover Look Like?
This week, we discuss Elon Musk’s bid to buy the platform, and we debate whether an edit button would be a sensible addition.
Modern Medicine Fails People With Chronic Pain
The rigid health care system in the US often leaves pain patients worse off. It's time for clinicians to recenter respect and compassion.
The Unbearable Weight of Massive Talent Celebrates Cinema Itself
It may seem like just a weird comedy about Nicolas Cage. But it's so much more than that.
Some of Our Favorite Affordable Ebikes Are on Sale
The electric bike that everyone I know has purchased is now a couple hundred dollars off.
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