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Tech - Wired - 3 hours ago

Trump’s Tariffs Could Reshape the US Tech Industry

Apple, Amazon, and other tech companies reliant on global supply chains stand to lose the most from Trump's trade policies, but some software firms expect more demand for their services.

Tech - Wired - 6 hours ago

Trump and DOGE Defund Program That Boosted American Manufacturing for Decades

President Donald Trump says taxing imports will strengthen domestic manufacturing. Hours before announcing new tariffs, his administration cut support for centers that help US firms do just that.

Tech - Wired - 6 hours ago

Trump Tariffs Hit Antarctic Islands Inhabited by Zero Humans and Many Penguins

The Heard and McDonald Islands are among the dozens of targets of President Donald Trump's latest round of tariffs. But they have no exports, because no one lives there.

Tech - Wired - 8 hours ago

The Founder of OnlyFans Wants to Buy TikTok

Tim Stokely partnered with a crypto company to bid for TikTok as the social media company faces a deadline to either sell or be banned in the US. Amazon also placed a last minute bid.

Tech - Wired - 12 hours ago

Cybersecurity Professor Faced China-Funding Inquiry Before Disappearing, Sources Say

A lawyer for Xiaofeng Wang and his wife says they are “safe” after FBI searches of their homes and Wang’s sudden dismissal from Indiana University, where he taught for over 20 years.

Tech - Wired - 14 hours ago

This Tool Probes Frontier AI Models for Lapses in Intelligence

A new platform from data training company Scale AI will let artificial intelligence developers find their models’ weak spots.

Tech - Wired - 14 hours ago

Sony’s Latest Bravia Home Theater Gear Gets Bolder, Brighter

We went hands-on with Sony’s latest home theater gear, including its fiery new OLED TV.

Tech - Wired - 15 hours ago

Nintendo Switch 2 Is Coming June 5 for $450

Nintendo's next-generation handheld is set to launch June 5 alongside a slew of new games and accessories—including one very cool rebooted GameCube controller.

Tech - Wired - 18 hours ago

The Best Mushroom Coffee, WIRED Tested and Reviewed (2025)

“Coffee” made with functional mushrooms like lion's mane and chaga is all the rage—we tried the most popular brands to find which were the most palatable.

Tech - Wired - 19 hours ago

This Startup Says It Can Clean Your Blood of Microplastics

The elective medical industry is cashing in on plastic pollution fears, but the evidence of harm from microplastics is still deeply uncertain.

Tech - Wired - 19 hours ago

‘Adolescence’ Creator ‘Went Very, Very Deep’ in the Manosphere. Its Appeal Scared Him

Jack Thorne, who cowrote the hit Netflix show about a 13-year-old accused of murder, told WIRED he understands how easily kids can get lured into incel ideology.

Tech - Wired - 20 hours ago

This Is How You Get a Chinese EV Into the United States

While almost no Chinese EVs are legally sold in the US, these are the workarounds that could allow eager enthusiasts to get them onto American roads—at a price.

Tech - Wired - 21 hours ago

In Search of the Last Wild Axolotls

Using environmental DNA analysis and traditional fishing techniques, researchers are seeking answers about the current population of axolotls in their natural habitat. The numbers are alarming.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

15% Off Dell Coupon Codes | April 2025

Enjoy 15% off with Dell promo code, plus today's deals for up to $400 off laptops, workstations, and all things tech.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

Visible Promo Code: Save $300 in April 2025

Find great deals and promo codes for Visible at WIRED and save big, whether you're a long-time customer or a newbie.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

Doctor Behind Award-Winning Parkinson’s Research Among Scientists Purged From NIH

Leading scientists at the National Institutes of Health, the US’s leading medical research agency, were swept up Tuesday in the Trump administration’s latest firing blitz.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

Federal Judge Allows DOGE to Take Over $500 Million Office Building For Free

It’s the culmination of a weeks-long standoff between Elon Musk’s DOGE team and the United States Institute of Peace.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

Federal Judge Allows DOGE to Take Over $500 Million Office Building for Free

It’s the culmination of a weeks-long standoff between Elon Musk’s DOGE team and the United States Institute of Peace.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

The 46 Best Shows on Hulu Right Now (April 2025)

Big Boys, A Thousand Blows, and The Handmaid's Tale are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Hulu this month.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

The DOGE Axe Comes for Libraries and Museums

The Institute of Museum and Library Services has long received bipartisan support. But after years of trying, President Donald Trump has delivered it a crushing blow.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

Nomad Sale: 5 Great Deals on Our Favorite Accessories

From Apple accessories to wireless chargers, some of our favorite Nomad gear is 15 percent off right now.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

The CDC Has Been Gutted

Thousands of CDC employees who worked on things like preventing HIV and lead poisoning have been told they were subject to a reduction in force. Experts say people will die.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

Best Graphics Cards (GPUs) for PC: Nvidia, AMD, Intel

Looking for a new graphics card? There’s no shortage of options to choose from, but here are the best to buy now.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

20 Key iPhone Settings to Change (2025)

Tweak these settings to get the most out of your feature-packed iPhone.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

N+ Bikes Mercedes-AMG F1 Track Edition 750 Electric Bike Review: All Looks, No Shine

For those who want to drive like George Russell but don’t have the bucks for a Benz, this blingy electric bike might be the next best thing.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

7 Best Coffee Grinders, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

Get more joy from your java. These conical-burr, flat-burr, and bladed machines let you enjoy freshly ground beans in every cup.

Tech - Wired - 1 day ago

Yuval Noah Harari: ‘How Do We Share the Planet With This New Superintelligence?’

The academic and author discusses what to expect from the singularity, the need for AI self-correcting mechanisms, and what hope there is for superintelligence safeguarding democracy.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

20% Wayfair Coupon and Promo Codes | April 2025

Save with Wayfair promo codes and coupons for 10% off, up to 80% off furniture, and more on WIRED.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Peacock Promo Code and Coupons: 16% Off April 2025

Watch your favorite TV shows for less this April and save on a subscription with the latest Peacock coupons from WIRED.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Samsung Promo Codes: $50 Off | April 2025

Save with the latest Samsung coupons, including 30% off phones, an extra $50 off your order, and $250 off trade-in offers on the latest tech.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Blue Apron Coupons: $80 Off + Free Shipping | April 2025

New customers can get $100 off the first five weeks of their subscription, free shipping, and more with our featured Blue Apron coupons for April 2025.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Dyson Promo Codes: 20% Off | April 2025

Get 20% off with a Dyson coupon code, plus save up to $170 on vacuums, Airwraps, and more.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

DOGE Is Trying to Gift Itself a $500 Million Building, Court Filings Show

The documents reveal a DOGE affiliate is attempting to transfer the headquarters of an independent think tank, the United States Institute of Peace, to the government at no cost.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

This Is How TAG Heuer Revamped Its Iconic F1 Watch

In a global exclusive, WIRED went inside TAG Heuer's Swiss factory to see exactly how the brand has brought back its classic entry-level race watch, but this time bigger than ever—and solar powered.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Top Officials Placed on Leave After Denying DOGE Access to Federal Payroll Systems

DOGE demanded full access to a US Department of the Interior system that handles even the Supreme Court's paychecks. When top staff asked questions, they were put on leave.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Democratic Senators Call for Privacy Act Reform in Response to DOGE Takeover

The Privacy Act Modernization Act would update 1974 legislation for the modern age, restricting government use of personal data and introducing new penalties, including prison time, for violators.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

All the Top New Features in MacOS Sequoia

MacOS 15.4 is here with a variety of new capabilities. Here’s how to install it and figure out which Macs are supported.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Sam Altman Says OpenAI Will Release an ‘Open Weight’ AI Model This Summer

The news follows the breakout success of DeepSeek and growing pressure from rivals like Meta.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Cybersecurity Professor Mysteriously Disappears as FBI Raids His Homes

Xiaofeng Wang, a longtime computer science professor at Indiana University, has disappeared along with his wife, and their profiles on the school's website were wiped ahead of recent FBI raids.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

The Proud Boys and Militias Come to Tesla’s Defense

After weeks of “Tesla Takedown” protests, extremist groups are showing up to back Elon Musk’s beleaguered car company.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

The Top New Features in Apple’s iOS 18 and iPadOS 18

iOS 18.4 adds a few fresh capabilities to Apple's mobile operating system. Here’s what’s new and how to download the update.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

31 Best Mac Apps You Should Download Now (2025): Free and Paid

Savor the sweet taste of these native and third-party Mac apps for better editing, organization, journaling, and more.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Diet-to-Go Meal Plan Review: Simple, Healthy, Maybe Soggy

Diet-to-Go’s ready-to-eat meal delivery offers diabetic, keto, and weight-loss plans. They’re often tasty sometimes soggy.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Last Chance: 109 Best Amazon Spring Sale Deals for March 2025

Amazon's sale event ends tonight, so this is your last chance to save on our favorite WIRED-tested home and tech gadgets.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Soundcore Aeroclip Open-Ear Earbuds Review: Great Value

Soundcore’s latest take on open earbuds is an affordable winner.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Amazon's AGI Lab Reveals Its First Work: Advanced AI Agents

Led by a former OpenAI executive, Amazon’s AI lab focuses on the decision-making capabilities of next generation of software agents—and borrows insights from physical robots.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

7 Best Electric Toothbrushes, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

These rechargeable and battery-powered toothbrushes take the guesswork out of oral hygiene.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

ChatGPT’s Projects Feature Brings Order to Your AI Chaos

Subscribers can now organize their conversations with the AI assistant into neat little folders.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

The Bluetooth Lady Speaks! ‘Voice-Over Actors Will Be Artisans in the AI Age’

Kristen DiMercurio went viral on TikTok when she revealed she was probably the voice of your Bluetooth speaker … and your headphones … and that gadget how-to video … and your insurer’s call center.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Trump’s Trade War Pushes Canadian Tech Workers to Rethink Silicon Valley

Canada’s top tech talent has long moved to the US for better opportunities, but Donald Trump’s tariffs and threats are raising questions about how to build a stronger ecosystem at home.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

An AI Image Generator’s Exposed Database Reveals What People Really Used It For

An unsecured database used by a generative AI app revealed prompts and tens of thousands of explicit images—some of which are likely illegal. The company deleted its websites after WIRED reached out.

Tech - Wired - 2 days ago

Startup Founder Claims Elon Musk Is Stealing the Name ‘Grok’

Elon Musk said he borrowed the name from a 1960s science fiction novel, but another AI startup applied to trademark it before xAI launched its chatbot.

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

11 Best Retro Game Consoles (2025), Tested and Reviewed

From the stylish Evercade to the old-school Sega Genesis Mini, these machines will have you bleeping, blooping, and blasting back to the good old days.

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

Traeger Woodridge Pro Review: Fearless Smoking

This pellet smoker took the fear out of making restaurant-quality meat.

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

Wahl Peanut Li Review: A Cordless Take on a Classic

Barbers have stubbornly stuck to the corded Peanut for decades. The new Li is the first argument for ditching the cord.

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

For a Master Class in Salt, Try Making Kimchi

There are many recipes for the fermented Korean staple—typically made with cabbage, chili powder, and aromatics—but all of them put salt at the center.

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

The Best Cooling Sheets, Tested and Reviewed (2025)

If you tend to wake up sweating no matter the season, hop under these cooling sheets so that you can, you know, actually sleep.

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

Why Adding a Full Hard Drive Can Make a Computer More Powerful

Ten years ago, researchers proved that adding full memory can theoretically aid computation. They’re just now beginning to understand the implications.

Tech - Wired - 3 days ago

4 Best Tax Services (2025), Tested and Reviewed

I’m filing my 2024 taxes with nine different documents across three states. I tested popular tax services to see which best helped me untangle my tax mess.

Tech - Wired - 4 days ago

Dinnerly Meal Kit Review: Hearty Meals on a Budget

Martha Stewart–endorsed Dinnerly is a budget meal kit that often feels homespun and extravagant. Now if they’d only lay off the broiler.

Tech - Wired - 4 days ago

AtGames Legends Ultimate HD Arcade Review: Bring the Arcade Home

Relive the joys of the ’70s and ’80s with this 300-game, full-size home arcade machine.

Tech - Wired - 4 days ago

13 Best Soundbars We’ve Tested and Reviewed (2025): Sonos, Sony, Bose

Every television deserves a row of speakers to call its own. These are our favorite soundbars.

Tech - Wired - 4 days ago

The 22 Best Movies on Amazon Prime Right Now (March 2024)

Challengers, My Old Ass, and Evangelion 3.0+1.0: Thrice Upon a Time are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Amazon Prime Video this week.

Tech - Wired - 4 days ago

US Cities Seeking to Ban Natural Gas in New Buildings Just Got a Big Win in Court

After a string of discouraging rulings for other cities, a court upheld NYC’s efforts to decarbonize its buildings.

Tech - Wired - 4 days ago

Top Trump Officials’ Passwords and Personal Phone Numbers Discovered Online

Plus: Alleged Snowflake hacker will be extradited to US, internet restrictions create an information vacuum in Myanmar, and London gets its first permanent face recognition cameras.

Tech - Wired - 4 days ago

Google Discontinues Nest Protect, and Apple’s WWDC Gets a Date—Here’s Your Gear News of the Week

Plus: Lossless audio comes to the AirPods Max, the Pixel 9a gets an on-shelf date, and Sony’s midrange buds get a chunky upgrade.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Surfshark Coupons and Deals: Up to 87% Off Plans

Save up to 86% with a Surfshark coupon code, get 3 months of VPN free, and more special offers from WIRED.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

7 Best Bike Locks (2025): Litelok, Abus, Hiplok, KryptoLok Compared

Our favorite bike locks for every ride, including new locks designed to thwart angle grinders.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Elon Musk’s xAI Acquires X, Because of Course

Social platform X struggled after Elon Musk took over, but its fortunes improved dramatically after US President Donald Trump won reelection. Now it will be become part of Musk's AI startup xAI.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

The 103 Best Amazon Spring Sale Deals for March 2025

Now’s your chance to save on our favorite WIRED-tested home and tech gadgets.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Far-Right Influencers Are Hosting a $10K-per-Person Matchmaking Weekend to Repopulate the Earth

The Natal Conference, which costs up to $10,000 to attend, features multiple matchmaking strategy sessions and onsite ministers so attendees can get married, WIRED has learned.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

This Crazy Instrument Lets Us Hear How Dinosaurs Might Have Sounded

Using 3D models of ancient skulls, Dinosaur Choir gets us closer than ever to understanding the noises that dinosaurs made.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

4 Best Smart Displays (2025): Google Assistant and Amazon Alexa

Ever wish you could smash a tablet and smart speaker together? These devices offer the best of both.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Sperm Stem Cells Were Used for the First Time in an Attempt to Restore Fertility

In an advance for treating male infertility, researchers transplanted a patient with his own sperm-forming stem cells that were collected from testicular tissue when he was a child.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

DOGE Plans to Rebuild SSA Codebase In Months, Risking Benefits and System Collapse

Social Security systems contain tens of millions of lines of code written in COBOL, an archaic programming language. Safely rewriting that code would take years—DOGE wants it done in months.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

DOGE Plans to Rebuild SSA Code Base in Months, Risking Benefits and System Collapse

Social Security systems contain tens of millions of lines of code written in COBOL, an archaic programming language. Safely rewriting that code would take years—DOGE wants it done in months.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

DOGE Plans to Rebuild SSA Codebase in Months, Risking Benefits and System Collapse

Social Security systems contain tens of millions of lines of code written in COBOL, an archaic programming language. Safely rewriting that code would take years—DOGE wants it done in months.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Anthropic's Claude Is Good at Poetry—and Bullshitting

Researchers looked inside the chatbot’s “brain.” The results were surprisingly chilling.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

5 Best Phones With Headphone Jacks (2025): Tested and Reviewed

Headphone jacks are endangered, but they’re not gone. Here are our favorite smartphones that still let you plug and play.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

Razer Blade 16 (2025) Review: Slim yet Powerful

Razer’s svelte 16-inch machine has a powerful GPU in tow and is exactly what you’d want from a gaming laptop.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

7 Best Sleep Masks (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Get some solid shut-eye with the help of these sleep masks.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

‘Katamari Damacy’ Creator’s New Game Is About Teen Angst, Cute Dogs, and Eye Boogers

Keita Takahashi talks about his latest game, To a T, which lets you navigate teenage hardships while your hands are stuck in a T-pose.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

We Mapped DOGE’s Silicon Valley and Corporate Connections

If Elon Musk is America's CEO, DOGE is the Silicon Valley executive branch.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

The Tech You Need to Level Up Your Humanity

Advancements in computing and robotics are changing how people live. Here are our favorite prosthetics, smart glasses, exoskeletons, and fitness trackers.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

If Anthropic Succeeds, a Nation of Benevolent AI Geniuses Could Be Born

The brother goes on vision quests. The sister is a former English major. Together, they defected from OpenAI, started Anthropic, and built (they say) AI’s most upstanding citizen, Claude.

Tech - Wired - 5 days ago

From Humanoid Robots to Exoskeletons, These Are the Best Superhuman Gadgets

Advancements in computing and robotics are changing how people live. Here are our favorite prosthetics, smart glasses, exoskeletons, and fitness trackers.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Even More Venmo Accounts Tied to Trump Officials in Signal Group Chat Left Data Public

WIRED has found four new Venmo accounts that appear to be associated with Trump officials who were in an infamous Signal chat. One made a payment with a note consisting solely of an eggplant emoji.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Unpacking ‘Good Quests,’ Christianity, and Caviar Bumps

This week on Uncanny Valley, our hosts ask what impact religion will have on Silicon Valley.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

The 66 Best Movies on Disney+ Right Now (April 2025)

Anora, A Complete Unknown, and Deadpool and Wolverine are just a few of the movies you should be watching on Disney+ this month.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Super Bowl Halftime Show Complaints Focused on Lack of DEI for White People

The FCC received 125 complaints about Kendrick Lamar’s concert, according to public records obtained by WIRED, with many focusing on the lack of white performers.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

SignalGate Is Driving the Most US Downloads of Signal Ever

Scandal surrounding the Trump administration’s Signal group chat has led to a landmark week for the encrypted messaging app’s adoption—its “largest US growth moment by a massive margin.”

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

5 Best Phones You Can’t Buy in the US (2025), Tested and Reviewed

Wondering what you’re missing out on? Here are our favorite smartphones not officially sold stateside, available in markets like the UK and Europe.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Nintendo Is Changing the Way Digital Games Work

During its Nintendo Direct event Thursday, the company revealed “Virtual Game Cards,” which will allow players to share games or play across multiple systems. It also teased Metroid Prime 4: Beyond.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Light Phone III Review: The Anti-Smartphone

A significant hardware upgrade over its predecessor, the Light Phone III is the digital detox we need right now.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

17 Best Gifts for Women Who Are Over This Planet (2025)

She’s seen enough. She’s had enough. She can’t book a one-way ticket to the stars (yet), but these gifts will help her transcend this world.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Inside Maye Musk's Cozy Relationship With China

As Elon Musk continues to expand his political power in the US, his mother has repeatedly traveled to China to speak at events, model for Chinese brands, and promote Tesla.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Inside Maye Musk’s Cozy Relationship With China

As Elon Musk continues to expand his political power in the US, his mother has repeatedly traveled to China to speak at events, model for Chinese brands, and promote Tesla.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Vizio All-in-One Soundbar (SV210D-0806) Review: Cheap Thrill

Vizio’s minimalist new budget bar cuts the frills, keeps the fun.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

I Put Nvidia’s RTX 50-Series Laptop GPU to the Test. Here’s What I Found

Multi-frame generation has real potential to improve the gaming experience on cheaper laptops, but Nvidia’s RTX 5090 laptop GPU isn’t the huge leap you’re waiting for.

Tech - Wired - 6 days ago

Manta Sound Sleep Mask Review: A Must-Have for Insomnia

Fall asleep anywhere with this excellent sleep mask and its built-in headphones.