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The Myth of ‘Open Source’ AI
A new analysis shows that open source" AI tools like Llama 2 are still controlled by big tech companies in a number of ways.
Meta Releases Code Llama, a Coding Version of Llama 2
Code Llama may spur a new wave of experimentation around AI and programming-but it will also help Meta.
Ultimate Ears Pro UE Premier Review: A Borderline Spiritual Experience
Ultimate Ears Professional, the company that pioneered in-ear sound, has a new set of high-end (and high-priced) earphones called UE Premiere that are truly exemplary.
You Are Not Responsible for Your Own Online Privacy
In the age of generative AI, it's impossible to know where your information is going-or what it's going to be used for.
Why The Chainsmokers Invest in—and Party With—Niche Cybersecurity Companies
Musician Alex Pall spoke with WIRED about his VC firm, the importance of raising cybersecurity awareness in a rapidly digitizing world, and his surprise that hackers know how to go hard.
The Case of the Not-Stolen AirPods
This week, we discuss a recent legal case in Illinois that illustrates how police overreach into school discipline has affected students and their families.
Technics EAH-AZ80 Earbuds Review: Comfy, Feature-Packed
These wireless earbuds do everything you need, and they fit the vast majority of ears.
Brain Implants That Help Paralyzed People Speak Just Broke New Records
Two new studies show that AI-powered devices can help paralyzed people communicate faster and more accurately.
TikTok and Instagram Beauty Filters Aren’t Trying to Fool Anyone
Augmented reality filters on TikTok and Instagram are the most surprising way to be yourself online.
Nvidia Chip Shortages Leave AI Startups Scrambling for Computing Power
Trimming profits, delaying launches, begging friends. Companies are going to extreme lengths to make do with shortages of GPUs, the chips at the heart of generative AI programs.
A Right-to-Repair Car Law Makes a Surprising U-Turn in Massachusetts
The Biden administration has changed its mind about a Massachusetts state law giving mechanics and car owners access to more diagnostic data.
India’s Lander Touches Down on the Moon. Russia’s Has Crashed
While India's spacecraft landed on the lunar surface, the Russian one collided with it. The mixed record shows that developing a lunar economy won't be easy.
Scream the Game Review: Heart-Pounding Fun
Make your next sleepover a thrill with this heart-stopping, app-connected game.
Ducati MotoE 2023: specs, speed, charging times
The Ducati MotoE generates 171 mph from a motor the size of a coffee can and sounds like an X-wing attacking the Death Star.
Q Acoustics 5020 Review: Clear, Stylish, Limited Bass
These bookshelf speakers from Q Acoustics help small rooms sound bigger and brighter.
How to Talk to Your Kids About Social Media and Mental Health
Here's what the science really says about teens and screens-and how to start the conversation with young people of any age.
Linner Nova OTC Hearing Aids Review: Low Price Comes With Too Many Trade Offs
The Linner's Nova over-the-counter hearing aids are inexpensive, but the low price comes with too many trade-offs.
Kids Are Going Back to School. So Is ChatGPT
Teachers are caught between cracking down on cheating with generative AI and using it to help empower students. It's going to be a challenging year.
The Winds That Doomed Lahaina
Gusts primed the Maui landscape to burn, then drove an out-of-control blaze. It's a worst-case scenario that's growing increasingly common around the world.
Facebook’s 2024 Election Policy May Hinge on a Cambodian Video
Will former Cambodian prime minister Hun Sen's Facebook account be suspended? This decision could have huge ramifications for how Meta handles upcoming elections in India and the US.
Maybe You Should Just Join a Commune
Kristen Ghodsee, author of Everyday Utopia, talks about the benefits of communal living-or at least of embracing a broader definition of community.
The Impossible Fight to Stop Canada’s Wildfires
Canada's worst wildfire season ever has put unprecedented strain on the country's firefighters. Tens of thousands of people have been displaced, with millions more choking on toxic wildfire smoke. Next summer could be far worse.
Disney's ESPN Bet Is a Play for Younger Gamblers
With ESPN Bet, Disney brokers a marriage between sports betting and the entertainment industry.
15 Best Paper Planners (2023): Planners, Pens, Stickers, and a Digital Tool
Digital tools are not always superior. Here are a few WIRED-tested notebooks to keep you on track.
Naomi Duguid 'The Miracle of Salt' Cookbook Review: A Vital Reference for Pickling, Preserving, and Flavoring
Naomi Duguid's The Miracle of Salt is a magnificent single-ingredient trip around the world.
PSB Alpha IQ Speakers Review: Small and Mighty
If you're looking for a pair of compact hi-fi speakers that can do anything, look no further.
Could AI-Generated Porn Help Protect Children?
It's uncomfortable to see AI-generated child sexual material as anything but abhorrent-but simulated imagery might help in the fight against sexual abuse.
A Brain Implant Helped Stroke Survivors Regain Movement
Stimulating the brain with electricity has been used for 30 years to treat Parkinson's disease. Now, researchers are testing whether it could help restore hand and arm motion.
The Internet Is Turning Into a Data Black Box. An ‘Inspectability API’ Could Crack It Open
Unlike web browsers, mobile apps increasingly make it difficult or impossible to see what companies are really doing with your data. The answer? An inspectability API.
The View From the Center of the World’s Myopia Epidemic
In Taiwan, so many people are nearsighted that the island nation has already glimpsed what could be coming for the rest of us.
New Supply Chain Attack Hit Close to 100 Victims—and Clues Point to China
The hackers, who mostly targeted victims in Hong Kong, also hijacked Microsoft's trust model to make their malware harder to detect.
'Immortals of Aveum' Is a Shooter That Swaps Gunfire for Spell-Casting
One of the year's most anticipated releases, out now from Ascendant Studios, is standard war fantasy**-**but a stable of veteran FPS developers gives this mage-powered shooter an edge.
How Hilary Turned Into a Monster Storm
Mexico and the western US are reeling from record-shattering rainfall. Blame high ocean temperatures-and prepare for worse to come as the planet warms.
Using Generative AI to Resurrect the Dead Will Create a Burden for the Living
AI technologies promise more chatbots and replicas of people who have passed. But giving voice to the dead comes at a human cost.
The Most Popular Digital Abortion Clinics, Ranked by Data Privacy
Telehealth companies that provide abortion pills are surging in popularity. Which are as safe as they claim to be?
Scammers Used ChatGPT to Unleash a Crypto Botnet on X
A botnet apparently connected to ChatGPT shows how easily, and effectively, artificial intelligence can be harnessed for disinformation.
The World’s Workers Are Donning Cooling Vests to Battle Record Heat Waves
Garments that can be packed with ice or equipped with fans are becoming increasingly popular among workers exposed to high heat.
How to Upgrade Wi-Fi in Your Laptop or Desktop: Wi-Fi Card or USB Adapter
Want faster Wi-Fi on your trusty old laptop or desktop? Here's how to upgrade it yourself with a new Wi-Fi card or USB adapter.
Adderall Shortages Are Dragging On—Can Video Games Help?
People with ADHD have been dealing with a stimulant shortage in the US for almost a year. Some researchers say digital therapeutics could help fill the gap.
The Dark History ‘Oppenheimer’ Didn't Show
Coming from the Congo, I knew where the essential ingredient for the atomic bombs was mined, even if everyone else seemed to ignore it.
KEF R3 Meta Review: Solid Bass, Premium Sound
The KEF R3 Meta speakers look unbelievable and sound very natural; the only downside is the cost.
Google's New Feature Ensures Your Pixel Phone Hasn't Been Hacked. Here’s How It Works
Pixel Binary Transparency is the latest security benefit for Pixel owners.
The Lawlessness of Large Numbers
Mathematicians can often figure out what happens as quantities grow infinitely large. What about when they are just a little big?
How to Watch Every NFL Football Game on a Streaming Service (2023)
In the streaming era, watching NFL football requires an inventive playbook and perseverance.
Apple Will Finally Pay for Throttling iPhones With ‘Batterygate’ Settlement
Plus: Amazon Music gets pricier, a bunch of people still want to ban TikTok in the US, and it's only getting hotter on planet Earth.
Security News This Week: US Energy Firm Targeted With Malicious QR Codes in Mass Phishing Attack
New research reveals the strategies hackers use to hide their malware distribution system, and companies are rushing to release mitigations for the Downfall" processor vulnerability on Intel chips.
Damon Motors HyperSport First Ride: The Electric Superbike Is a Promising Prototype
This 200-horsepower beast is Damon's bid to bring safe, electric motorcycles to the masses. WIRED put the HyperSport to the test.
Montana Youth Win a Historic Climate Case
A victory for Montanans' right to a clean, healthy environment could set a precedent for other climate lawsuits throughout the United States.
The Race to Save Yellowknife From Raging Wildfires
Some residents of Yellowknife are staying behind to fight back wildfires that could soon engulf the Canadian city. Others have shared harrowing stories as they race to escape the flames.
Lamborghini Lanzador: Price, Specs, Release Date
Lambo's 1,341-hp Ultra GT" is inspired by spaceships and is by a long way the most powerful car the brand has ever made.
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