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A new model of learning centers on blasts of neural activity that act as teaching signals—approximating an algorithm called backpropagation.

I'm tired of minimalism and bland beige tones. Bring on the bright, bold, and weird.

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A study of trees, some over 300 years old, indicate that precipitation levels are up as much as 5 inches compared to the early 1700s.

Fuel contamination forced the residents of Iqaluit to rely on bottled water—and now they're having a hard time getting rid of the plastic.

Behaviour Interactive fleshed out a creepy cast of characters by negotiating rights to everything from Saw to Silent Hill.

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Fears of ecological disaster are real, but it's especially hard on people raising children. Here's what parents should know, and where to turn for help.

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The group behind the reported attack is under sanctions from the US Treasury, which means a payout could come with penalties for the victim.

Barry Longyear's novella was adapted into a lackluster film in 1985. It's due for a reboot.

A series of puzzling infections has been traced to the presence of a dangerous bacterium in an aromatherapy spray.

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This week, we discuss the company formerly known as Facebook’s vision for the VR-powered hyperreality of the future.

From '80s arcade titles to Far Cry 6, video games have rehashed the same stereotypes of regimes and corruption.

This new iterative smartwatch focuses on biking, and the battery life still stinks.

Climate change has given a tiny parasite a new advantage over the mighty beasts.

Payment processing companies decide who is empowered to buy and sell online—and their policies show a gross misunderstanding of metaphysical practitioners.

Facebook’s vision for the future of computing comes with some shiny new branding.

Mark Zuckerberg would like you to call his troubled company something else now.

A new study shows that two captive birds had only maternal DNA and survived early development—a first for the critically endangered species.

Scientists used NASA’s Juno spacecraft to probe the massive storm, finding that it’s not as shallow as previously thought.

The mind behind iconic titles like Nier: Automata and Drakengard tells WIRED about his inspirations—and how AI plays a role in the future of game design.

Kathryn Yu’s homework is the best thing you’ll read this week.

Researchers trained an algorithm to answer questions about human values. Some of the responses are troubling.

In the game, you start as a lowly atmospheric scientist and you have to click “write grant” and wait.

Squeeze in some outdoor workouts with a nice pair of buds and a wearable to follow your metrics.

Google’s new flagship smartphone is its most secure yet, thanks to a little vertical integration.

Astronomers with the Breakthrough Listen project scan the sky for signs of extraterrestrial life, but a promising lead turned out to be a false alarm.

Advocates will once again be granted a DMCA exception to make accessible versions of texts. They argue that it's far past time to make it permanent.

The president's long-awaited nominees are strong proponents of narrowing the digital divide and restoring net neutrality rules.

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A first commercial test flight shows how fuel made from plants, not petroleum, could make flying cleaner.

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Yoti’s tech may be enticing for Big Tech companies: It works out if you’re under or over 13, the age most social media platforms require to create an account.

Operation Dark HunTor spanned eight countries—and put the focus on sellers more than marketplaces.

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What tabletop games did our ancestors play in 1000 BC? A new research project wants to find out, and make them playable online too.

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