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Europe's Most Innovative Library Has a Botanical Garden on the Roof
Warsaw University Library stylishly connects the past and present.
The Top Cybersecurity Agency in the US Is Bracing for Donald Trump
Staffers at the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency tell WIRED they fear the new administration will cut programs that keep the US safe-and persecution."
Hackers Can Jailbreak Digital License Plates to Make Others Pay Their Tolls and Tickets
Digital license plates sold by Reviver, already legal to buy in some states and drive with nationwide, can be hacked by their owners to evade traffic regulations or even law enforcement surveillance.
Big Tech Will Scour the Globe in Its Search for Cheap Energy
Warehouses full of servers are hungry for power, no matter who supplies it.
5 Best Carbon Steel Pans For Every Budget (2024)
Our expert cooked with 20 pans and these are the top 5 that are worth the investment.
The Simple Math Behind Public Key Cryptography
The security system that underlies the internet makes use of a curious fact: You can broadcast part of your encryption to make your information much more secure.
The UK Now Has Its Own Illegal Rubberized Cybertruck on the Road
Following the Czech Cybertruck's example, now there's a rubber bumper-pimped Tesla truck attempting to be certified for use on British highways. This time, however, the chances of success look slim.
AI Will Evolve Into an Organizational Strategy for All
Traditional hierarchies hold businesses back. Instead, teams need to combine human and artificial intelligence to succeed.
Ekster’s Stylish Wallet is Pocket-Sized Perfection
This trackable wallet is compact and has a trigger for quickly finding the right card.
9 Best Mechanical Keyboards (2024), Tested and Reviewed
We've typed thousands of words to help you find the ideal clacky-or thocky-mechanical keyboard for your refined taste.
7 Best Bassinets (2024), Tested and Reviewed
We strapped babies into bassinets that rock, swing, vibrate, react to crying, or transform into a stroller attachment.
Good at Reading? Your Brain May Be Structured Differently
Two regions in the left hemisphere of the brain, which are crucial for language, are different in people who are good at reading and are likely to be shaped by the habit.
Save Space on Your Phone by Offloading and Archiving Apps
Don't uninstall those rarely used apps. Just securely stash them in the cloud until the next time you need them, and free up space on your phone in the meantime.
Mega-Farms Are Driving the Threat of Bird Flu
In the West, where herds of thousands of cattle are common, researchers are seeing cases rise at poultry and dairy operations. More than 50 workers have contracted the virus.
Microsoft’s AI Recall Tool Is Still Sucking Up Credit Card and Social Security Numbers
Plus: The US indicts North Koreans in fake IT worker scheme, file-sharing firm Cleo warns customers to patch a vulnerability amid live attacks, and more.
Can the AirPods Pro 2 Really Replace Hearing Aids? We Asked a Grandmother
Apple's AirPods Pro 2 have some added hearing-aid capabilities. How well do they work in practice? I asked my grandmother, who is in her eighties, to try them for a week.
Creating a Global Package to Solve the Problem of Plastics
A UN treaty could be the beginning of the end for single-use plastic production-but victory over this pollutant isn't yet in the bag.
Tips for ChatGPT’s Voice Mode? Best AI Uses for Retirees? Our Expert Answers Your Questions
If you missed our second live, subscriber-only Q&A with WIRED's AI columnist Reece Rogers, you can watch the replay here.
Some Educated Guesses About Trump’s Second Term
In our final episode of WIRED Politics Lab, we make some predictions about the next four years with Donald Trump back in the White House.
The New Jersey Drone Mystery May Not Actually Be That Mysterious
A flurry of drone sightings across New Jersey and New York has sparked national intrigue and US government responses. But experts are pouring cold water on America's hottest new conspiracy theory.
Former ByteDance Intern Accused of Sabotage Among Winners of Prestigious AI Award
Keyu Tian and his coauthors won the Best Paper Award at the annual NeurIPS machine-learning conference for their work on a new technique for generating images. Some have objected to the decision.
Why the US Military Can't Just Shoot Down the Mystery Drones
Small, easily weaponizable drones have become a feature of battlefields from the Middle East to Ukraine. Now the threat looms over the US homeland-and the Pentagon's ability to respond is limited.
9 Best Online Photo Printing Services That We Tested (2024)
Print memories you can hang on the wall, stash in your wallet, or just hold in your hand.
Wayve’s AI Self-Driving System Is Here to Drive Like a Human and Take On Waymo and Tesla
Unlike Waymo's hybrid system of AI training with hand-coded instructions, Wayve's AI handles the entire self-driving process, learning unsupervised to cope with the unpredictable and drive more like we do.
Human Misuse Will Make Artificial Intelligence More Dangerous
AI creates what it's told to, from plucking fanciful evidence from thin air, to arbitrarily removing people's rights, to sowing doubt over public misdeeds.
Use Android’s Built-In Settings to Cut Your Phone Usage Time in Half
By setting limits on app use, limiting your notifications, and keeping tabs on your screen time, you can unleash your mind from the tyranny of the scroll.
8 Best Baby Carriers (2024): Wraps, Slings, and Packs
These are the best wraps, carriers, and slings to help you bring your infant wherever you go.
No One Needs a Luigi Mangione Show
Online, lots of people have ideas about what could happen if the murder suspect's life were given the Hollywood treatment. Let's make sure that idea gets a red light.
Blacksky Is Nothing Like Black Twitter—and It Doesn’t Need to Be
The curated feed, now run by a team of six moderators, is the meeting ground for hundreds of thousands of Black users on Bluesky. Is it ready to meet the moment?
What Billionaire Frank McCourt Would Actually Do With TikTok
Frank McCourt says his bid for TikTok is part of a broader mission to move millions of people to healthier online platforms. I compare this to large-scale, human physical migration."
23 Gifts for Dads Who Don't Need Anything (2024)
The best gift idea for your dad is a nicer version of something he already owns. The second best is one of these things.
As the Mastermind of Far-Right ‘Active Clubs’ Goes to Prison, His Violent Movement Goes Global
The white supremacist Robert Rundo faces years in prison. But the Active Club" network he helped create has proliferated in countries around the world, from Eastern Europe to South America.
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RFK Plans to Take on Big Pharma. It’s Easier Said Than Done
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., Donald Trump's pick to lead the US Department of Health and Human Services, has been vocally anti-pharma. Pharma, Congress, and the courts, though, all get a say.
Hands On With Google's Gemini-Powered Smart Glasses, Android XR, and Project Moohan Headset
Google has new smart glasses, as well as a mixed-reality headset developed with Samsung. Both are powered by Gemini, and both run a new version of Android. I got to try them on.
Harvard Is Releasing a Massive Free AI Training Dataset Funded by OpenAI and Microsoft
The project's leader says that allowing everyone to access the collection of public-domain books will help level the playing field" in the AI industry.
17 Best Gifts for Babies and Toddlers, Editor Tested and Reviewed
Shopping for tiny people is intimidating. Good news: We did it for you.
Is This the Year Everyone Quits Social Media?
This week on Uncanny Valley, we debate which social media apps are still worth the scroll.
The Bot fwd2cal Adds Events to Your Calendar Automatically. Just Forward It an Email
When you get an email suggesting you meet up with somebody, put this free bot to work. Fwd2cal uses ChatGPT to parse the information in the email and adds an event to your calendar.
TikTok's Future in the US Is Unclear. We Check Back in With the Billionaire Who Wants to Save It
Former Los Angeles Dodgers owner Frank McCourt has been talking about buying TikTok since earlier this year. The long shot is getting shorter.
Audi’s Rebrand in China Points to Bigger Changes in the Auto Industry
The four rings" turns to four letters" in China-a choice that also signals deeper shifts in the global auto market, where Chinese automakers now dominate.
Startup Embodied Will Brick $800 Moxie Emotional Support Robot for Kids—Without Refunds
Embodied says it will try to refund recent purchases of its Moxie robot but makes no promises.
Humans Will Continue to Live in an Age of Incredible Food Waste
Food production has never been higher-or more costly. Yet the amount that goes uneaten remains shockingly high.
The Billion-Dollar Adult Streaming Industry Is Fueled by Horrific Labor Abuses
Bedbugs and cockroaches. Filthy shared equipment. Constant surveillance, and zero control over their accounts. These are just some of the deplorable conditions adult cammers say they face on the job.
OnlyFans Models Are Using AI Impersonators to Keep Up With Their DMs
AI is replacing the humans who pretend to be OnlyFans stars in online amorous messages.
Google Reveals Gemini 2, AI Agents, and a Prototype Personal Assistant
A new version of Google's flagship AI model shows how the company sees AI transforming personal computing, web search, and perhaps the way people interact with the physical world.
Best WIRED-tested Wireless Meat Thermometers (2024)
From roasting a bird in the oven to searing steaks on a grill outside, these probes stay connected so you know when your food is done.
I Tried the Cheapest Sauna on Wayfair
If you've been chasing an easy way to overheat, this click-together infrared sauna is easy to set up and works great.
Free App Duplicati Can Back Up Your Computer to Any Cloud Service
Duplicati, a free download on both macOS and Windows, puts encrypted backups of all your important files into the cloud service of your choice. Here's how to use it.
9 Best Diffusers for Curly Hair (2024), Tested and Reviewed
Get those curls and waves looking extra luscious with our favorite diffusers and diffuser attachments.
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