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How Elon Musk Squeezed OpenAI: They 'Are Gonna Want to Kill Me’
Tensions flared on the third day of trial in Musk v. Altman as OpenAI’s lawyers cross-examined Musk.
Emergency First Responders Say Waymos Are Getting Worse
“I believe the technology was deployed too quickly in too vast amounts, with hundreds of vehicles, when...
Taylor Swift Wants to Trademark Her Likeness. These TikTok Deepfake Ads Show Why
Researchers show scammers are using AI-manipulated footage of celebrity interviews to trick users into...
Female Looksmaxxer Alorah Ziva Is Suing Clavicular for Alleged Battery
Aleksandra Mendoza, aka Alorah Ziva, alleges that the 20-year-old influencer injected her with drugs...
Sanctioned Chinese AI Firm SenseTime Releases Image Model Built for Speed
With US restrictions limiting its access to advanced tech, SenseTime is doubling down on open source...
Motorola’s New Razr Folding Phones Command a Higher Price With Few Upgrades
Say hello (Moto) to price hikes on all three of Motorola’s latest Razr flip phones.
How Trump Weaponized the DOJ Division That Kept Elections Fair
The Trump administration has effectively forced out more than two dozen experienced lawyers from the...
Essential Gear for an Emergency Kit—for Cars or Go-Bags
We consulted preparedness experts and WIRED's team of testers for the essential gear to keep on hand...
Best Walking Pads for Working From Home (2026)
Our remote team clocked serious hours walking, working, and sometimes jogging to find the best under-desk...
Smart Cat Collars: Which Is Best for Health and GPS Tracking?
I pitted Tractive and Fi Mini smart cat collars against each other to crown the best for activity, sleep,...
13 Best Coolers for Sunshine and Nighttime (2026)
We tested coolers on camping trips, road trips, beach days, and at parties to bring you our favorite...
Your Phone Notifications Reveal More Than You Realize. Here’s How to Lock Them Down
A recent case shows law enforcement can see incoming Signal messages by searching an iPhone, even after...
Adidas Adizero Adios Pro Evo 3 Shoe Review: World Record Breaker
I ran in Sabastian Sawe’s world-record-breaking running shoe. It’s fast, but only if you can maintain...
Which Automatic Litter Box Is Best? We Tested Litter-Robot’s Lineup
Whisker’s Litter-Robot name has become synonymous with the automatic litter box. We’ve tested the entire...
‘The Damage Is Massive’: How the Justice Department Dismantled Its Voting Rights Section
There were around 30 attorneys in the DOJ’s Voting Section on the day of Donald Trump’s second inauguration....
I've Covered Robots for Years. This One Is Different
From sorting chicken nuggets to screwing in lightbulbs, Eka’s robotic claw feels like we're approaching...
Vari Align Desk Chair Review (2026): Breathable, Comfy, Low Cost
The comfortable new office chair from standing-desk pioneer Vari strikes a delicate balance between support...
How AI Could Help Combat Antibiotic Resistance
At WIRED Health, British surgeon Ara Darzi said AI is set to transform the diagnosis and treatment of...
20% Off LG Promo Code & Coupons | May 2026
Save 20% with an LG promo code today, plus up to $1,000 off appliances, 40% off bestselling TVs and...
OpenAI Really Wants Codex to Shut Up About Goblins
“Never talk about goblins, gremlins, raccoons, trolls, ogres, pigeons, or other animals or creatures...
Elon Musk Testifies That He Started OpenAI to Prevent a ‘Terminator Outcome’
The judge also warned Musk and Sam Altman to curb their “propensity to use social media to make things...
Sniffies’ Users Worry About a ‘Straightification’ of the Gay Hookup App
Tinder and Hinge parent company Match Group invested $100 million into the queer cruising app Sniffies....
‘It’s Undignified’: Hundreds of Workers Training Meta’s AI Could Be Laid Off
More than 700 people working for a Meta contractor in Ireland are at risk of losing their jobs, documents...
The UK’s Answer to Darpa Wants to Rewire the Human Brain
ARIA has a billion-dollar budget and big aspirations for tackling everything from epilepsy to Alzhei...
Why Sharing a Screenshot Can Get You Jailed in the UAE
The war in Iran has drawn attention to arrests in the United Arab Emirates over online content, but the...
UAE to Exit OPEC After Nearly 60 Years
On May 1, the United Arab Emirates will end its a 59-year membership in the oil consortium, allowing...
Amazon’s Kindle Colorsoft Gets a Dark Mode (2026)
Amazon’s color e-reader finally gets a dark mode.
A DOGE Affiliate Is Now in Charge of the US Government’s ID Platform
Greg Hogan will oversee Login.gov as the government seeks to integrate driver’s license and passport...
Colorado's Anti-Repair Bill Is Dead
Colorado has led the US on legislation that ensures people can fix their stuff. Manufacturers tried to...
Get Ready for More Brain-Scanning Consumer Gadgets
Neurable, which makes noninvasive brain-computer interfaces, is licensing its technology and promises...
The Race Is on to Keep AI Agents From Running Wild With Your Credit Cards
AI agents may soon be buying your stuff for you. The FIDO Alliance has teamed up with Google and Mastercard...
InkPoster Tela 28.5 Review: A Luxe Home Digital Frame
It’s the world’s best E Ink picture frame, but you’ll need Monet money to make the most of it.
WIRED’s Smart Home Ecosystem Guide (2026)
If you’re waffling between Alexa, Siri, and Google, the answer may already be in your home.
The 4 Best Laptop Power Banks We've Tested (2026)
If you’re looking for the perfect laptop power bank, I’ve tested ‘em all, and these are the best.
Stop Trying to Unmask Satoshi Nakamoto
On this week’s Big Interview podcast, actor-director Ben McKenzie talks about the rise of crypto, why...
The Hottest Anti-AI Gadget Is a Cyberdeck
On TikTok, young women are going viral for crafting whimsical homemade computers inside purses.
Acer Swift 16 AI (2026) Review: Where Do Your Hands Go?
Sporting the largest touchpad I’ve ever seen, this ambitious laptop is better in theory than in prac...
The Bloomberg Terminal Is Getting an AI Makeover, Like It or Not
WIRED spoke with Bloomberg’s chief technology officer about the big, chatbot-style changes coming to...
Adidas’ Lightest Shoes Ever Were Behind the First Sub-2-Hour Marathon
Weighing 97 grams with a stiff carbon-fiber plate in the sole, Adidas’ new shoes helped Sabastian Sawe...
Best Buy Discount Codes: Up to 60% Off
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OnePlus Promo Code: $70 Off | April 2026
Save 30% with a OnePlus coupon this month, plus save up to 10% on earbuds, phones, and more.
Hulu Promo Codes & Discounts: 20% Off in April
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Squarespace Promo Codes: 20% Off in May 2026
Get 20% off your next website, 10% off with exclusive Squarespace discount code, 50% off plans, and more...
Some Musk v. Altman Jurors Don't Like Elon Musk
Musk’s lawsuit challenges OpenAI’s evolution under Sam Altman. But during jury selection, several potential...
The M5 MacBook Air Has Never Been Cheaper
Despite launching less than two months ago, the M5 MacBook Air has dropped back down to its lowest price...
Elon Musk Boosts New Yorker’s Sam Altman Exposé on X as Trial Begins
The move comes as the trial for Elon Musk’s lawsuit against OpenAI kicks off in federal court in Oak...
Cole Allen Charged With Attempting to Assassinate Trump
The suspected shooter at Saturday night’s White House Correspondents’ Dinner faces three felony charges....
A Brain Implant for Depression Is About to Be Tested in Humans
While many brain-computer interface companies are focused on helping paralyzed people communicate, Motif...
Elon Musk’s XChat App Is More Like Facebook’s Messenger Than Signal
Rather than launching a sleek, worthwhile encrypted messaging app, Musk dropped a junky, insular extension...
Mother’s Day Deals on Smart Bird Feeders (2026)
These are some of the lowest prices we’ve seen on our favorite bird feeders with cameras. Save even more...