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The Gospel of Wealth According to Marc Benioff
The Salesforce founder has donated a fortune to right capitalism's wrongs, and he thinks his fellow billionaires should too. Why can't we just be grateful?
Why Volcanologists Didn't Predict New Zealand's Deadly Eruption
Scientists knew White Island was showing signs of “volcanic unrest,” but their arsenal of data and sensors couldn't prepare them for tragedy.
This Alleged Bitcoin Scam Looked a Lot Like a Pyramid Scheme
Five men face federal charges of bilking investors of $722 million by inviting them to buy shares in bitcoin mining pools.
Voltage Hacking, Big Tech's 'Green' Data Score Card, and More News
Catch up on the most important news from today in two minutes or less.
Hackers Can Mess With Voltages to Steal Intel Chips' Secrets
A new attack called Plundervolt gives attackers access to the sensitive data stored in a processor's secure enclave.
'Marriage Story' Proves Anything on Netflix Can Be a Meme Now
Over the weekend, the internet turned the film's most tense moment into LOLs. Because of course it did.
How the Mandalorian Might See Through Walls
Mando's sci-fi ability isn't as far-fetched as you think.
Industry Must Team up With Government to Keep America on Top
The Federal government takes on early investment risks that venture capital won't take, underwriting industry and the future.
Amazon, Google, Microsoft: Here's Who Has the Greenest Cloud
A WIRED report card on the top three cloud providers shows how their environmental claims stack up.
Apple MacBook Pro Review (2019, 16-Inch): A Return to Form
The new MacBook Pro is a little boring, but after years of misfires in Apple's laptop lineup, the machine reliably gets the job done.
The FCC's Push to Purge Huawei From US Networks
The rural carriers who rely on Huawei are wary of a costly “rip and replace” effort.
Why the ‘Queen of Shitty Robots’ Renounced Her Crown
YouTuber Simone Giertz gave up wildly popular but barely functioning machines and confronted her fears of imperfection (while facing her own mortality and making an awesome Truckla EV).
A DNA Firm That Caters to Police Just Bought a Genealogy Site
In 2018, GEDmatch played a key role in reopening the 40-year-old Golden State Killer case. Now Verogen, a company that serves law enforcement, is gobbling it up.
Disparity in Tech Jobs, Green Monday Deals, and More News
Catch up on the most important news from today in two minutes or less.
So Much For the Deep State Plot Against Donald Trump
Inspector general Michael Horowitz's report shows that the FBI's investigation of ties between Russia and the Trump campaign was both justified and without political bias.
Green Monday Deals (2019): From Amazon, eBay, REI, and More
This shopping holiday might be made up, but these deals aren't.
Scientists Find a Weak Spot in Some Superbugs' Defenses
Treatment-resistant infections are increasingly common—and increasingly deadly. Now researchers have found a new way to attack some of those bacteria.
These Plastic Bunnies Got Their Own DNA Data Storage. Next up, the World?
Scientists infused a 3D-printed rabbit with genetic material, the first step toward a potential “DNA of things” where biology makes gadgets smarter.
The First *Wonder Woman 1984* Trailer Is Here
It's pretty epic. Oh, and after it's over, you might want to watch Ryan Reynolds in *Free Guy* too.
Lessons From a Teenage Cyborg
Kai Landre shows how technology can be both intimate and humane.
Star Wars News: No, Finn and Poe Aren’t Dating, Sorry
Also, there's a new Star Wars game show coming to Disney+ next year.
9 Lazy-Ass Gifts for Couch Potatoes (2019): Blankets, Socks, and More
From weighted blankets to Roku streaming boxes, these gifts will ensure couch potatoes won't change their habits.
It's Coders Versus Human Pilots in This Drone Race
A drone directed by artificial intelligence takes on a leading pro racer, in a contest that may help shape future humanitarian efforts.
For Tech Jobs, the Rich Cities Are Getting Richer
Five coastal cities—San Francisco, San Jose, Seattle, San Diego, and Boston—gained the lion's share of lucrative “innovation industry” jobs from 2005 to 2017.
A Remote Tanzanian Village Logs Onto the Internet
The Danish company Bluetown installed a hot spot in Sagara B, with download speeds fast enough for Netflix and for local life to change.
Melting Ski Resorts Have a Snow Machine Problem
The changing climate is warming the slopes, forcing resorts to turn to snow-generating beasts that take a heavy environmental toll.
Elon Musk's ‘Pedo Guy’ Trial, Uber’s Crime Report, and More Car News This Week
Plus, the Air Force 3D prints parts for old planes, flying car execs consider the little people, and self-driving cars learn about selfish humans.
Billie Eilish's Van Halen Knowledge Tops This Week's Internet News Roundup
Some folks online got pretty upset about this. Van Halen did not. Also, the impeachment hearings continue apace.
The New Port of 'Halo: Reach' Is a Renaissance for the Series
The version for PC, part of the Master Chief Collection, is full of color and foreign, cosmic wonder.
France Plans a Revolution to Rein in the Kings of Big Tech
Cédric O, the French digital affairs minister, says taxes are just a start; future moves could ban acquisitions or make companies share data with rivals.
The Safari Browser Settings You Should Tweak Right now
Get the most out of your Safari browsing on iOS and macOS with these tips and tricks.
What Your Klout Score Really Means
Your Klout score is gaining in importance: A high one might bring perks, but a low one could dash your career dreams.
‘Randomizers’ Are Breathing New Life Into Old Games
A small but growing community in the retro emulation scene is using a class of mods and hacks to revamp the classics.
3D Printing Can Keep Aging Air Force Aircraft Flying
And the military wants you—to help it make spare parts for decades-old B-52 bombers and other planes.
Space Photos of the Week: What the Parker Solar Probe Will See Once It Reaches the Sun
Images from Parker's predecessors show us what it'll see once it arrives at the Sun.
Why the iPhone 11 Tracks Your Location Even When You Tell It Not To
Russian disinformation, a VC hack, vulnerable VPNs, and more are in the week’s top security news.
20 Best Gifts for Dad (2019): Gift Ideas for the Father in Your Life
Dads are almost impossible to shop for but don't worry, there's bound to be something here in our list of gifts for dad that he'll love.
The CW's 'Crisis on Infinite Earths' Puts a Gen X Headlock on Superhero TV
The crossover event will tie together multiple stories while HBO's Watchmen is redefining the meaning of superheroes—just like their comics did in the 1980s.
How Deepfakes Scramble Our Sense of True and False
Artificial intelligence enables more realistic—but fictitious—images and sounds. Researchers are racing to develop better detection tools.
Elon Musk Wins in Defamation Suit by British Diver
The verdict in favor of the Tesla CEO capped a four-day trial in Los Angeles over insults Musk tweeted in 2018.
Uber's Alarming Crime Report, T-Mobile's 5G Test, and More News
Catch up on the most important news from today in two minutes or less.
Bernie Sanders Says Internet Service Should be a Human Right
The Vermont senator and presidential candidate proposed a $150 billion plan to expand broadband, including regulating rates for internet service.
The Woman Who Souped Up Baby Yoda's Popularity
When TV writer Julie Benson first saw Baby Yoda sip soup, she had to tweet about it. The rest of the internet noticed.
Uber's Crime Report Is ‘Highly Alarming,’ Says a Criminologist
In its first compilation, the ride-hail service says there were more than 3,000 sexual assaults related to Uber rides last year, up 4% from the year before.
Republican Politicians Really Like Their Videogames Too
House representative Duncan Hunter pleaded guilty this week to stealing more than $150,000 in campaign money for games and movies, among other pleasures.
200 Researchers, 5 Hypotheses, No Consistent Answers
Just how much wisdom is there in the scientific crowd?
What's an Influencer? The Complete WIRED Guide
Everything you need to know about what an influencer is, the history of influencers, the difference between influencers and celebrities, and more.
How Rocket Wrecks the Ravagers With Physics
In *Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2*, our favorite furry antihero deals out cosmic justice—and some great material for video analysis.
Physics Explains Why You Can’t Open a Plane Door in the Air
A British Airways passenger caused chaos after trying to open the aircraft door during a flight, but air pressure and clever design make it impossible.
Leica SL2 Review: Wonderful (If You Can Afford It)
The iconic company's take on the big, powerful, DSLR-style camera delivers beautifully sharp, detailed images while offering surprisingly powerful video capabilities.
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