Submit Your Questions: Why Is Silicon Valley Still a Boy's Club?

How are women really faring in Silicon Valley? Submit your questions to our panel and we'll give you the scoop.

He Won the Nobel Prize for Protein Design. Now He Uses AI to Create Molecules Not Found in Nature

David Baker spoke with WIRED en Español about where biological design is headed next and the great potential and risks of taking biology outside the bounds of t...

The Leftist Split Over AI Doom

The left wants AI regulation. They just can't agree on what it should look like or how concerned they should be.

Mophie’s Extendable MagSafe 3-in-1 Charging Stand Is 50 Percent Off

Charge your trio of Apple gadgets–iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods–with one of my favorite telescopic stands.

It Still Feels Like Summer in Parts of the US. Blame El Niño

Heat records are being shattered thanks to a boost from the natural climate pattern—and burning fossil fuels, of course.

Napster Is Back, and It Wants to Digitally Clone Teachers

Once the music industry’s biggest headache, Napster’s next act is bringing AI to the classroom.

Best Open Earbuds (2026): Shokz, Bose, Soundcore, and More

I’ve tested dozens of open earbuds. My favorite ones let you hear the world and your tunes equally.

Why AI Isn’t Likely to Wipe Out Humanity With Bioweapons

Of all the threats presented by uncontrollable artificial intelligence, scientists say death by plague ranks low.

Here’s What the AI Apocalypse Could Look Like

This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we discuss three possible AI doomsday scenarios, AI safety, and the unexpected bipartisan alliance forming against AI.

26 Amazon Prime Perks You Might Know You Have (2026)

Your membership gets you more than free two-day shipping. Here’s what you may be missing ahead of Amazon Prime Big Deal Days.

The AI ‘Slowdown’ Is an Antitrust Mess

By framing their efforts as a “slowdown” rather than an industry-wide push for better security standards, AI labs may have set themselves up for years of regula...

Customer Data Permanently Lost in Iran Strikes on Amazon Data Centers

Amazon Web Services didn’t design its data centers to withstand war, and now the company admits it can’t recover what’s been lost.

The AI Slowdown Debate Crashed Salesforce’s Party

The Dreamforce conference became an unlikely battleground for the CEOs of OpenAI, Anthropic, and Nvidia to debate whether AI development should slow down.

Apple Watch Series 12 Review: Finally, a Readiness Score (2026)

After wearing it day and night for a week, I found that better health tracking, faster charging, and a simpler interface make Apple’s latest smartwatch noticeab...

What’s the Best iPhone to Buy or Avoid Right Now? (2026)

The first folding iPhone Duo is here, alongside the 18 Pro and 18 Pro Max, but they’re not your only options. We have all the details on Apple’s smartphone line...

Soundboks Rider Party Speaker Review: Loud and Durable

I’m genuinely afraid to go full-volume on the Soundboks Rider, which is built like a party-ready tank.

People Are Pissed Off and Ready to Own Their Shit

A grassroots live tour by YouTuber Louis Rossmann highlights growing resistance to companies that keep people from controlling their devices.

‘Fast & Furious’ Takes a Victory Lap With a Ferociously Fun Roller Coaster

Vin Diesel, the star of the series, didn’t make a planned appearance at the grand opening of its dynamite new theme park ride. But it didn’t stop his fans from ...

The EU Wants to Break Up Kids and Their Chatbots

ChatGPT, Character.ai, and Snapchat’s My AI will all be in the crosshairs as the AI Kids Act aims to strip minor-facing chatbots of all the things that make peo...

Hundreds of Election Deniers Will Be on the Ballot This November

197 election deniers are running for Congress or statewide office in 43 states. Many of them are seeking roles that would put them in charge of voting for the 2...

The Trump Administration Sends a New Signal to Alien Disclosure Whistleblowers

The Defense Department issued a legal waiver authorizing current and former personnel to share unidentified anomalous phenomena–related classified information, ...

Flock Once Touted Its Cameras as ‘Made in the USA.’ Now It’s Not So Clear

Flock reveals little about where its license plate readers are assembled, but the answer could have geopolitical and cybersecurity implications.

Meet Dyson's New Robot Vacuum Line: The Dyson Nurovi Line (2026)

The Nurovi line includes three lidar-powered robovacs. But to get the model I’m most intrigued by, you’ll need a Costco membership.

Here’s What Snap’s Expensive Specs Can Actually Do

Snap thinks its chunky, pricey smart glasses are the future of human computing, powered by a new AI app and features that do everything from translating languag...

OpenAI Creates a New Framework to Disclose Bad AI Behavior

The company also disclosed previously unreported incidents in which its AI models behaved in misaligned ways, including uploading files to the internet without ...

Washington Won't Be Regulating AI Anytime Soon

Even with mounting concerns about AI models going rogue, legislation appears unlikely, and the White House is outright opposed to oversight.

A Deal Hunter’s Guide to Amazon Prime Big Deal Days (2026)

Before Amazon’s October sale begins, learn how to investigate prices and track products like a pro.

MacOS 27 Golden Gate: Top New Features

Siri’s reintroduction takes center stage as Apple officially rolls out the latest version of macOS to download and install.

I Trained a Fly’s Brain to Generate WIRED Story Ideas

I used an open-source map of a fruit fly’s brain to vibe code a website called PitchFly. Its headline suggestions were delightfully bananas.

Chipotle Is Working With Palantir to Track Food Safety Risks

The burrito chain has enlisted Palantir for a platform that monitors pest incidents, employee illnesses, and other factors. The partnership comes after a nightm...