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The Spy Who Dumped the CIA, Went to Therapy, and Now Makes Incredible Television
Joe Weisberg-the geopolitically entangled, heavily therapized creator of The Americans and The Patient-is the trickiest character he's written (so far).
A New Trick Uses AI to Jailbreak AI Models—Including GPT-4
Adversarial algorithms can systematically probe large language models like OpenAI's GPT-4 for weaknesses that can make them misbehave.
The 'Grand Theft Auto VI' Trailer Is Here. And It’s Already Causing Mayhem
Rockstar's hugely anticipated Grand Theft Auto VI has fans in a frenzy. The new trailer brings big Vice City vibes and big action.
Spotify Is Screwed
Spotify is the world's biggest music streamer but rarely turns a profit and just cut 17 percent of its workforce. Its business model looks increasingly precarious.
George Santos Is Now on Cameo
Ousted congressperson George Santos, accused of multiple scams and grifts, is now selling videos of himself on Cameo for $200 a pop.
US Lawmakers Want to Use a Powerful Spy Tool on Immigrants and Their Families
Legislation set to be introduced in Congress this week would extend Section 702 surveillance of people applying for green cards, asylum, and some visas-subjecting loved ones to similar intrusions.
Sony Access Controller Review: A Beautiful Addition for All Gamers
Sony's first accessible controller is an excellent start and a welcome new part of PlayStation's lineup, but it has a ways to go before being truly incredible.
Want to Store a Message in DNA? That’ll Be $1,000
French startup Biomemory is rolling out a credit-card-sized storage device that uses DNA to encode a kilobyte of text data.
Gravity Eye Massager Review: Multi-Functional and Compact
It's the most stressful time of the year. This comfortable, compact massage tool helps you decompress at home-and it's way more affordable than the competition.
The Rise of AI in Alternative Browsers—and What’s Next
Developers at smaller companies have been adding new ways to experience the internet with AI assistance. Their visions for the future radically differ.
Dispatch from the Future: The Must-Have Gadgets and Gear of 2053
To celebrate WIRED's 30th birthday, we asked the experts-and our imaginations-to dream up the cars, phones, televisions, and other tools of tomorrow.
Innovation-Killing Noncompete Agreements Are Finally Dying
More US states are moving to bar companies from binding workers with noncompete agreements. Research shows the move could boost wages and innovation.
Inside America's School Internet Censorship Machine
A WIRED investigation into internet censorship in US schools found widespread use of filters to censor health, identity, and other crucial information. Students say it makes the web entirely unusable.
This Aromatherapy Shower Spray Smells Like God’s Armpit
Forget massage guns and weighted blankets. European Spa Source's eucalyptus scent is my gear of the year.
An Invisible ‘Demon’ Lurks in an Odd Superconductor
Physicists have long suspected that hunks of metal could vibrate in a peculiar way that would be all but invisible. Now physicists have spotted these demon modes."
How to Not Get Hacked by a QR Code
QR codes can be convenient-but they can also be exploited by malicious actors. Here's how to protect yourself.
Steam Deck SSD Upgrade: How to, Instructions, Parts, Photos
Valve's handheld game console is easy to take apart for repairs and upgrades. Swapping in a higher capacity solid-state drive lets you play more of those ridiculously large PC games on the go.
The Viral Baggu Crescent Bag Is Worth the TikTok Hype
TikTok made me buy it, and I'm not mad about it: The viral Baggu handbag can fit a day's worth of stuff, and you can customize it with patches and doodads.
OpenAI Agreed to Buy $51 Million of AI Chips From a Startup Backed by CEO Sam Altman
Documents show that OpenAI signed a letter of intent to spend $51 million on brain-inspired chips developed by startup Rain. OpenAI CEO Sam Altman previously made a personal investment in Rain.
Best Ebook Subscription and Audiobook Services (2023)
You can read countless ebooks, listen to audiobooks, and browse comics with one of these WIRED-tested digital reading subscriptions.
ChatGPT Spit Out Sensitive Data When Told to Repeat ‘Poem’ Forever
Plus: A major ransomware crackdown, the arrest of Ukraine's cybersecurity chief, and a hack-for-hire entrepreneur charged with attempted murder.
Climate Cookbooks Are Here to Change How You Eat
Sustainable diets have been around for ages. An emerging cookbook genre that tackles the climate crisis signals a new appetite for change.
Was Bobi the World’s Oldest Dog—or a Fraud?
A quest to uncover the truth about Bobi, named the oldest dog ever" by Guinness World Records, led to dog fur experts and conspiracy theories, and left me with serious questions about how world records are verified.
Ozempic Could Also Help You Drink Less Alcohol
Mounting evidence bolsters the idea that drugs like semaglutide-better known as Ozempic or Wegovy-can hamper a thirst for booze.
Withings ScanWatch 2 Review: Attractive Smartwatch Hybrid, Pricey Subscription
This elegant hybrid smartwatch adds temperature tracking to heart rate, ECG, and blood oxygen levels, but the subscription left me cold.
15 Best Mattresses You Can Buy Online (2023)
We've spent months and years testing dozens of bed-in-a-box hybrid, foam, innerspring, and certified organic mattresses.
When It Comes to January 6 Lawsuits, a Court Splits Donald Trump in Two
A federal court ruled on Friday that Trump, as president, may be able to avoid civil action for his role in the January 6, 2021, attack on the US Capitol. But candidate Trump is something different.
George Santos Was All Hot Air
The fabulist New York congressperson, who thirsted after the media spotlight, was expelled Friday from the House of Representatives in a historic first.
Dungeons & Dragons Is a Household Name Again
Thanks to a wildly popular ruleset, a new movie, and celebrity endorsements, Dungeons & Dragons has gone totally mainstream.
The Cybertruck Must Be Huge—or It Will Dig Tesla’s Grave
If Musk fulfils just 15 percent of Cybertruck preorders, it would equal the annual unit sales of Toyota. If the polarizing EV flops, Tesla could be in big trouble.
America’s Far Right Is Calling for Civil War in Ireland
Following last week's riots in Dublin, an alliance between far-right, anti-immigration influencers in the US and Ireland continues to grow.
The Year of ChatGPT and Living Generatively
In November last year, OpenAI launched a low key research preview" called ChatGPT. What happened next transformed the tech industry-and perhaps humanity's future.
How to Deter Thieves and Improve Your Smart Home Security
A mix of security cameras, smart lighting, and other smart home gadgets can deter pesky thieves. Here's how to use them to stay safe.
‘Authentic’ Is 2023’s Word of the Year. You Read That Right
In a year dominated by artificial intelligence, deepfakes, and disingenuity, authentic" has somehow emerged as Merriam-Webster's word for 2023.
Xreal Air 2 Pro AR Glasses Review: Minor Upgrade
The Xreal Air 2 Pro AR glasses have a few welcome improvements, but they are still little more than a virtual display.
How Dr. Clara Nellist Collides Art and Science
This particle physicist, science communicator, and member of the team who uncovered the Higgs Boson wants everyone to know that art and science aren't mutually exclusive.
The Race to Find What’s Making America’s Dogs Sick
Hundreds of dogs across multiple states have been struck down with a severe respiratory illness. Veterinarians suspect a mystery bacteria but are still grasping for clues.
Dr. Nergis Mavalvala Detected the First Gravitational Wave. Her Work Doesn’t Stop There
The dean of MIT's School of Science embraces skepticism and failure, and she wants the next generation of scientists to jump right in.
Anduril’s New Drone Killer Is Locked on to AI-Powered Warfare
Autonomous drones are rapidly changing combat. Anduril's new one aims to gain an edge with jet power and AI.
These Clues Hint at the True Nature of OpenAI’s Shadowy Q* Project
Reports of a mysterious breakthrough called Q* at OpenAI sparked anxious rumors. AI experts say it's probably just a conventional attempt to make ChatGPT a little smarter.
Tesla Cybertruck Delivery Event Live: Price, Range, Specs
Tesla CEO Elon Musk has announced the price, range, and other important specs for the long-delayed Cybertruck. Join us for live coverage of all the news.
Tesla’s Cybertruck Is Here and It Costs $61,000
Elon Musk personally handed over the first Cybertrucks to reach customers at a delivery event in Austin today. Tesla also revealed the price and specs of its latest EV.
Google Fixes a Seventh Zero-Day Flaw in Chrome—Update Now
Plus: Major security patches from Microsoft, Mozilla, Atlassian, Cisco, and more.
Cicadas Are So Loud, Fiber Optic Cables Can ‘Hear’ Them
In 2021, scientists experimenting with fiber optics picked up a strange signal: the cacophony of cicadas. It could lead to a new way of monitoring insects.
Coffee Lovers, It’s Time to Stop Using K-Cups
This week, we talk with our resident kitchen expert about coffee: the best ways to make it, what gear to buy, and what to avoid.
Dr. Ishwaria Subbiah Is Reimagining Cancer Care
All but raised in oncology wards, Dr. Subbiah is on a mission to make cancer care work for everyone, including those usually overlooked.
The CDC's Gun Violence Research Is in Danger
In a year pocked with fights over US government funding, Republicans are quietly trying to strip the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention of its ability to research gun violence.
Inside India’s Gargantuan Mission to Clean the Ganges River
The Ganges river is one of the world's most sacred waterways-and one of its most polluted. To restore it, India is undertaking one of the biggest engineering programs in the history of sanitation.
Sam Altman Officially Returns to OpenAI—With a New Board Seat for Microsoft
The CEO's memo to staff announces a nonvoting seat for Microsoft but leaves questions about the future of chief scientist Ilya Sutskever.
Elon Musk Just Told Advertisers, ‘Go Fuck Yourself’
In a rambling interview at the New York Times' DealBook Summit, Elon Musk suggested advertisers fleeing X were blackmailing him and could kill the platform.
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