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Neuralink’s First Brain Implant Is Working. Elon Musk’s Transparency Isn’t
Elon Musk says Neuralink's first human trial subject can control a computer mouse with their brain, but some researchers are frustrated by a lack of information about the study.
A Startup’s Mission to Bring Back the Woolly Mammoth Is Being Made Into a Docuseries
Colossal Biosciences has started work on a five-year-long docuseries that follows its de-extinction efforts. That's just the beginning of its small-screen plans.
Apple iOS 17.4: iMessage Gets Post-Quantum Encryption in New Update
Useful quantum computers aren't a reality-yet. But in one of the biggest deployments of post-quantum encryption so far, Apple is bringing the technology to iMessage.
How to Dry Off a Soaked iPhone (Don't Use Rice)
Most phones are waterproof these days, but not all of them. Here's what to do-and what not to do-if your device takes a dunking.
Anne Neuberger, a Top White House Cyber Official, Sees the 'Promise and Peril' in AI
Anne Neuberger, the Biden administration's deputy national security adviser for cyber, tells WIRED about emerging cybersecurity threats-and what the US plans to do about them.
When My Country Invaded Ukraine, I Faced a Choice: Give Me Propaganda or Give Me Death
Should I flee to a world where the truth might kill me-or seek peace in Russian censorship?
Forget Carbon Offsets. The Planet Needs Carbon Removal Credits
The carbon removal market is fast growing, with an array of different removal methods available to businesses keen to mitigate their environmental impact.
Measles Strikes a Florida Elementary School With Over 100 Unvaccinated Kids
Nearly 11 percent of the students aren't fully immunized, prompting concerns of broader infection.
Signal Finally Rolls Out Usernames, So You Can Keep Your Phone Number Private
We tested the end-to-end encrypted messenger's new feature aimed at addressing critics' most persistent complaint. Here's how it works.
Oppo Find X7 Ultra Review: Magnificent Camera
Oppo's flagship Find X7 Ultra has an amazing, versatile quad-lens main camera. Too bad you can't buy it anywhere but China.
Help, My Friend Got Me a Dumb AI-Generated Present
WIRED's advice columnist on the true purpose of gift giving.
The Skilled Workers Training AI to Take Their Jobs
A new workforce of language experts, creative writers, and nuclear physicists are turning to data labor-and potentially making their future jobs obsolete in the process.
The Notorious Lockbit Ransomware Gang Has Been Disrupted by Law Enforcement
LockBit's website, infrastructure, and data have been seized by law enforcement-striking a huge blow against one of the world's most prolific ransomware groups.
This Tiny Website Is Google’s First Line of Defense in the Patent Wars
TDCommons is a free space for inventors to lay claim to breakthroughs without having to file a patent. Why is it so off the radar?
Metal Prices Are Soaring. So Is Metal Theft
It's a multi-billion-dollar global problem, and in a rapidly electrifying world, the profits-and ease-of stealing metals is only going to increase.
The Transport Companies Leaving Fossil Fuels Behind
Hydrogen-powered planes, more fuel-efficient aircraft designs, and all-electric parcel delivery services are just some of the ways in which the transport sector is looking to decarbonize.
21 Best Presidents' Day Deals on Home and Kitchen Gear (2024)
Office chairs, espresso machines, and our favorite house slippers are on sale right now.
25 Best Presidents' Day Deals (2024): Tech, Couches, and More
Pixel smartphones, Sony headphones, and Apple iPads are all on sale. Save big over the long weekend.
The 9 Best Mirrorless Cameras (2024): Full-Frame, APS-C, and More
Want the image quality of a DSLR without the bulk? These WIRED picks do more with less.
Google’s AI Boss Says Scale Only Gets You So Far
In an interview with WIRED, DeepMind CEO Demis Hassabis says the biggest breakthroughs in AI are yet to come-and will take more than just chips.
Los Angeles Just Proved How Spongy a City Can Be
As relentless rains pounded LA, the city's sponge" infrastructure helped gather 8.6 billion gallons of water-enough to sustain over 100,000 households for a year.
Bluesky’s Future Is Social Media’s Past
The X competitor is now open to the public-but until the platform establishes an identity, it will be more of the same.
Tech Still Isn’t Doing Enough to Care for the Environment
Priscilla Chomba-Kinywa, CTO of Greenpeace, says technology firms must shape up-and consumers and business clients should walk away if they don't.
The Danger Lurking Just Below Ukraine's Surface
The widespread use of mines has left Ukrainians scrambling to find ways to clear the explosives. New efforts to develop mine-clearing technology may help them push back Russia's invading forces.
Phone Cases Are Boring. Put a Lip Balm on It
Why are all phone cases so boring? Let Hailey Bieber's slick-looking lip balm phone case inspire us all.
Google’s Chess Experiments Reveal How to Boost the Power of AI
By rewarding computers that combined different approaches to solve chess puzzles, Google created an enhanced AI that could defeat its existing champion, AlphaZero.
Air Canada Has to Honor a Refund Policy Its Chatbot Made Up
The airline tried to argue that it shouldn't be liable for anything its chatbot says.
How to Not Get Scammed Out of $50,000
Plus: State-backed hackers test out generative AI, the US takes down a major Russian military botnet, and 100 hospitals in Romania go offline amid a major ransomware attack.
All That Rain Is Driving Up Cases of a Deadly Fungal Disease in California
Valley fever is thriving as California swings widely between drought and flooding.
SpaceX Launched Military Satellites Designed to Track Hypersonic Missiles
The prototype satellites hitched a ride on a Falcon 9 rocket.
Give Us an Xbox Handheld Already
Microsoft says it wants to bring its games to any screen. Let's start with a screen we can play on in bed.
21 Best Presidents' Day Deals (2024): Tech, Couches, and More
Pixel smartphones, Sony headphones, and Apple iPads are all on sale. Save big over the long weekend.
This Is Why Tesla's Stainless Steel Cybertrucks May Be Rusting
Who knew stainless steel might not be such a good idea for the exterior of an electric SUV? The entire automotive industry, that's who.
Leak of Russian ‘Threat’ Part of a Bid to Kill US Surveillance Reform, Sources Say
A surprise disclosure of a national security threat by the House Intelligence chair was part of an effort to block legislation that aimed to limit cops and spies from buying Americans' private data.
The Apple Vision Pro Is Heavy. Here's How to Fix That
Some early adopters of Apple's mixed-reality headset are complaining about how tough the thing is to wear. Designers and experts point to a few key fixes that could make the next version more comfortable.
Live TV Is the New Streaming
Jon Stewart is back, and Super Bowl 2024 had 123 million US viewers. Live TV is making a comeback, and it has streaming to thank.
Sierra Says Conversational AI Will Kill Apps and Websites
Sierra hopes every company will use its empathetic AI chatbots for customer interactions.
Nikon Zf Review: A Mirrorless Camera With Classic Style
Nikon's latest mirrorless camera might look like it's from the 1980s, but it offers the same image quality as today's best.
Kyiv Is Using Homegrown Tech to Treat the Trauma of War
Millions of Ukrainians are suffering the mental health implications of two years of Russian bombs and shells. The country's recovery depends on building systems to help treat the trauma.
Elon Musk’s X Gave Check Marks to Terrorist Group Leaders, Report Says
A new report cited 28 verified" accounts on X that appear to be tied to sanctioned groups or individuals.
ChatGPT vs. Gemini: Which AI Chatbot Subscription Is Right for You?
Everyone wants your $20 per month for access to their best AI chatbot. Who gets it depends on what features are important to you.
'Diablo IV' Heads to Game Pass as Microsoft Eyes 4 Games to Expand Beyond Xbox
Following weeks of speculation, Xbox head Phil Spencer announced Thursday that four Xbox exclusives will soon be available on competitors' consoles.
OpenAI’s Sora Turns AI Prompts Into Photorealistic Videos
OpenAI's entry into generative AI video is an impressive first step.
Some People Actually Kind of Love Deepfakes
AI fakes are a disinformation menace. But some politicians, executives, and academics see them as a way to extend their reach.
Best Bird Watching Gear (2024): Everything You Need to Start Birding
Whether you want to call yourself a birder, bird-watcher, or twitcher, here's everything you need to get started with this peaceful pastime.
Google’s Flagship Gemini AI Model Gets a Major Upgrade
Just two months after Alphabet made its Gemini AI model public, it's rolling out a new version that can handle several times as much audio, video, and text input as GPT-4.
Bose's Ultra Open Earbuds Review: Impressive Sound, High Price
These pricey and somewhat glitchy Bose wireless earbuds let in all the sound to keep you safe in any situation.
The Switch to Electric Vehicles Was Always Going to Be a Slog
EV sales are slowing globally, but experts still say there's room for optimism.
Here Comes the Flood of AI-Generated Clickbait
This week, we look at how domain squatters are using generative AI tools to crank out clickbait, and ask what Google is doing about it.
Ocean Temperatures Keep Shattering Records—and Stunning Scientists
Sea surface temperatures have been skyrocketing beyond expectations. That may be a bad sign for hurricane season-and the health of ocean ecosystems.
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