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A recent MIT study highlights the cognitive effects of using AI assistants like ChatGPT, suggesting users may accumulate 'cognitive debt' as reliance on these tools increases.
OpenAI has secured a significant $200 million contract with the U.S. Department of Defense to develop advanced AI capabilities, a move that may intensify competition with Microsoft, which also aims to provide AI services to the DoD.
Amazon's CEO announced anticipated job reductions due to the increasing efficiency brought about by AI automation, indicating a broader trend of workforce transformations within the tech industry.
In the realm of social media, Meta is shifting all video content on Facebook to a 'reels' format, aiming to streamline user engagement and content sharing under a unified system.
The Senate has passed the GENIUS Act, establishing a federal regulatory framework for stablecoins, reflecting the growing acceptance of the cryptocurrency sector among policymakers.

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Far-Right ‘Appeal to Heaven’ Flag Flown Above Government Agency in DC wired.com 10 hours ago by Vittoria Elliott, Leah Feiger
Politics, Flag, Day
The “Appeal to Heaven” flag, a popular symbol for Christian nationalists that was waved by January 6 rioters, was raised over the Small Busine…
The 56 Best Shows on Disney+ Right Now (June 2025) wired.com 14 hours ago by Jennifer M. Wood, WIRED Staff
Culture, Culture / TV, Guides
Underdogs, Doctor Who, and Star Wars: Tales of the Underworld are just a few of the shows you should be watching on Disney+ this month.
How Private Equity Killed the American Dream wired.com 16 hours ago by Louise Matsakis
Business, Culture, Buyout, Bandits
In her new book Bad Company, journalist Megan Greenwell chronicles how private equity upended industries from health care to local news—and th…
Gardyn Indoor Hydroponic Garden Review: Better Growing Through AI wired.com 17 hours ago by Kat Merck
Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Smart Home, Gear / Products / Home, Product, Review
Even those with the blackest thumbs can become master gardeners—as long as they’re willing to shell out for a subscription.
What Type of Mattress Is Right for You? (2025) wired.com 19 hours ago by Julia Forbes
Gear / How To and Advice, Gear / Products / Sleep, Gear, Mattress, Matchmaker
Here’s how to pick the best mattress for your sleep needs, straight from a professional mattress tester.
Try This Free Version of Microsoft Office That Runs in Your Browser wired.com 20 hours ago by Justin Pot
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, Word, Up
If you can't afford Microsoft’s $150 suite of office tools, there’s a web-based version that’s free to use—and nearly just as capable.
Best Open Earbuds, Tested and Reviewed (2025): Bose and More wired.com 20 hours ago by Ryan Waniata
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Headphones, Buying, Guide
These wireless earbuds with an “open” design let you zone out to your music while also keeping aware of your surroundings.
Best Nintendo Switch 2 Accessories: Controllers, Cases, and More wired.com 21 hours ago by Brad Bourque
Gear, Gear / Products, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Gaming, Buying, Guide
Looking to jazz up your portable gaming experience? Here are the best accessories we've tested for the Nintendo Switch 2.
The Nissan Leaf Is Back and Looking to Make Up Lost Ground wired.com 21 hours ago by John Voelcker
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Gear / Products / Car Reviews, A, New, Leaf
Fresh details of the 2026 Nissan Leaf show big improvements, including a 300-mile range and much-needed redesign. But will it be enough to hel…
eBay and Vestiaire Collective Want an Exemption from Trump’s Tariffs wired.com 21 hours ago by Paresh Dave
Business, Business / Retail and Logistics, Not, Used, To, This
The ecommerce platforms argue that duties shouldn’t apply to secondhand items being given a new life.
Who Knew Basketball Needed an Interactive LED Floor? wired.com a day ago by Ben Dowsett
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Sure, Shot
ASB GlassFloor makes a glass playing surface for sports arenas that can show animations, track athletes' performance, and repaint court lines …
The Best Vacuum for Pet Hair—We Tested a Dozen Models to Find Which Work Best wired.com a day ago by Molly Higgins
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Lifestyle, Gear / Products / Smart Home, Buying, Guide
Cordless, handheld, robot, and traditional—we tested them all to find the vacuum that’s fantastic for fur.
Complaints About Tariff Evasion Have Jumped 160 Percent Under Trump wired.com a day ago by Paresh Dave
Business, Business / Retail and Logistics, Most, Wanted
As importers find creative ways to avoid paying Donald Trump’s tariffs, a flood of tipsters is coming forward to keep alleged troublemakers in…
Scientists Discover the Key to Axolotls’ Ability to Regenerate Limbs wired.com a day ago by Anna Lagos
Science, Science / Environment, Animals
A new study reveals the key lies not in the production of a regrowth molecule, but in that molecule's controlled destruction. The discovery co…
Top KitchenAid Promo Codes and Coupons wired.com a day ago by Molly Higgins
Gear, Coupons
Get up to $200 off select countertop appliances, up to $40 off sitewide, free delivery, and other great savings today on WIRED.
Adidas Promo Codes: 25% Off in June 2025 wired.com a day ago by Molly Higgins
Gear, Coupons
Save 25% on your purchase with our Adidas coupon and join the adiClub to enjoy member-exclusive perks, like special discounts and free shippin…
Minnesota Shooting Suspect Allegedly Used Data Broker Sites to Find Targets’ Addresses wired.com a day ago by Lily Hay Newman
Security, Security / Privacy, Security / Security News, Politics / Politics News, Over, Exposed
The shooter allegedly researched several “people search” sites in an attempt to target his victims, highlighting the potential dangers of wide…
How Apple Created a Custom iPhone Camera for ‘F1’ wired.com a day ago by Julian Chokkattu
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Gear / Products / Phones, Gear / Products / Cameras, Speed, Cam
Mounted on Formula One cars and used at real events, the special module used an iPhone camera sensor and A-series chip to help capture the new…
Best Organic Mattresses (2025): Certified Nontoxic, Natural Sleep wired.com a day ago by Scott Gilbertson, Julia Forbes
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Sleep, Buying, Guide
These natural, organic mattresses are eco-friendly alternatives to conventional models and just as comfortable.
Companies Warn SEC That Mass Deportations Pose Serious Business Risk wired.com 2 days ago by Caroline Haskins
Business, Business / Regulation, Sound, the, Alarm
Since Trump took office, ICE arrests have more than doubled. Businesses throughout the US economy are sounding the alarm on the potential impa…
9 Urgent Questions About Trump Mobile and the Gold T1 Smartphone wired.com 2 days ago by Brian Barrett
Gear, Gear / Gear News and Events, Let, Freedom, Ring
We don’t know much about the new Trump Mobile phone or the company’s data plan, but we sure do have a lot of questions.
‘Psyop’: How Far-Right Conspiracy Theories About the Minnesota Shooting Evolved to Protect MAGA wired.com 2 days ago by David Gilbert
Politics, Psyop
Influencers like Alex Jones and Elon Musk have spent the weekend blaming the murder of Democratic lawmaker Melissa Hortman on leftists and the…
7 Best Electric Toothbrushes, Tested For Two Weeks Each (2025) wired.com 2 days ago by Boutayna Chokrane
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Smart Home, Buying, Guide
These rechargeable and battery-powered toothbrushes take the guesswork out of oral hygiene.
8 Best Automatic Litter Boxes (2025), Tested and Reviewed wired.com 2 days ago by Molly Higgins
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Smart Home, Gear / Products / Home, Buying, Guide
With these high-tech automatic litter boxes, gone are the days of scooping and smells. Welcome to the future.
Kia EV4 Review: Price, Specs, Availability wired.com 2 days ago by John Voelcker
Gear, Gear / Products, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Car Reviews, Product, Review
On a mission to deliver an EV with long range but at low cost, Kia has high ambitions for this uniquely styled sedan.
11 Best Mobile Game Controllers (2025): iPhone or Android wired.com 2 days ago by Simon Hill
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Gaming, Gear / Products / Phones, Hands, On
Touchscreens don’t always get the job done. Try one of these WIRED-tested controllers for your iPhone or Android instead.
Acefast Acefit Air Review: Sleek Style, Solid Substance wired.com 2 days ago by Ryan Waniata
Gear, Gear / Products, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Headphones, Product, Review
These sleek and stylish open earbuds provide great performance at a better price.
The 6 Best Blow-Dry Brushes (2025): Round, Oval, and More wired.com 2 days ago by Nena Farrell
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Beauty, Blow, Me, Away
Looking for an easy blowout at home? We’ve found the best blow-dry brushes that blend a blow-dryer and hairbrush into one easy gadget.
How to Protect Yourself From Phone Searches at the US Border wired.com 2 days ago by Lily Hay Newman, Matt Burgess
Security, Security / National Security, Security / Privacy, Security / Security News, Politics / Policy, Search, Terms
Customs and Border Protection has broad authority to search travelers’ devices when they cross into the United States. Here’s what you can do …
The WIRED Guide to Protecting Yourself From Government Surveillance wired.com 2 days ago by Andy Greenberg, Lily Hay Newman
Security, Security / Privacy, Security / Security Advice, New, Era
Donald Trump has vowed to deport millions and jail his enemies. To carry out that agenda, his administration will exploit America’s digital su…
This Historian Has Seen the Future of Trans Health Care wired.com 2 days ago by Harron Walker
Culture, Science, Politics, True, Visionary
Jules Gill-Peterson doesn’t want to fight for trans joy. She wants to fight for what trans people really need: resources, hormones, and surger…
Wanna Rumble? Take WIRED's Quiz to Figure Out Your Fighting Style wired.com 2 days ago by WIRED Staff
Culture, Fight, Club
When it comes to the fights of the moment, certain people perform better in some arenas than others. It's time to find out what kind of brawle…
The Definitive Story of Tesla Takedown wired.com 2 days ago by Aarian Marshall, David Gilbert
Business, Politics, Gear, Over, Drive
In February, a Bluesky post caught the eye of Alex Winter. The result is a coalition of environmentalists, anti-Trump advocates, and federal w…
6 Tools for Tracking the Trump Administration’s Attacks on Civil Liberties wired.com 2 days ago by Lily Hay Newman
Security, Trump, Tracker
The White House has undertaken initiatives to crack down on immigration, suppress speech, and curtail US public health efforts. These online t…
The Online Tools That Fueled ‘No Kings’ and the Trump Resistance wired.com 2 days ago by David Gilbert
Politics, Culture, Burn, After, Reading
Social media platforms, collaborative online tools, and encrypted messaging are all helping to power a massive, decentralized resistance to th…
How to Out-Troll the Trolls, as Told by the Internet’s Foremost Posters wired.com 2 days ago by Evy Kwong
Culture, Culture / Digital Culture, Call, Your, Tailor
No one wants to get into it with a Reply Guy, let alone lose to one. WIRED spoke to four of social media’s best shit-talkers for tips on how t…
Why We Made a Guide to Winning a Fight wired.com 2 days ago by Katie Drummond
Politics, Security, TK-Oh
Right now, everyone seems ready to throw down. More than ever, it’s important to fight smart—and not give up until you land a decisive blow.
How to Fight Like a ‘Ballerina’ wired.com 2 days ago by Angela Watercutter
Culture, Culture / Movies, Stay, on, Your, Toes
Everyone wants to fight like an assassin, or a baddie. WIRED talked to Ballerina stunt performer Cara Marie Chooljian for tips on how average …
Social Media Replaced Zines. Now Zines Are Taking the Power Back wired.com 2 days ago by C. Brandon Ogbunu
Culture, Erase, This
At a time of fleeting memes and cultural platforms operated by multibillion-dollar companies, an old mode of creativity and community-building…
How to Win a Fight wired.com 2 days ago by Condé Nast
The Big Story
These days it feels like the next fight is always just around the corner. What matters is picking your battles—and knowing how to win.
A New Obesity Pill May Burn Fat Without Suppressing Appetite wired.com 2 days ago by Emily Mullin
Science, Science / Health, Science / Biotech, Thermogenesis
An investigational drug developed by Eolo Pharma is showing promise in animal experiments and an early human trial. It could eventually be an …
Best Bird Feeders With Cameras, Tested and Reviewed (2025) wired.com 3 days ago by Kat Merck
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Cameras, Gear / Products / Smart Home, Gear / Products / Outdoor, Bird, Song
These bird feeders come with cameras and connected apps to let you see and learn about the birds in your neighborhood.
The 14 Best TVs We’ve Reviewed, Plus Buying Advice (2025) wired.com 3 days ago by Ryan Waniata, Parker Hall
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Televisions, Buying, Guide
From LEDs to fancy OLED models, these are our favorite televisions at every price.
Nolah Evolution Hybrid Mattress Review: A Jack of All Trades wired.com 3 days ago by Julia Forbes
Gear, Gear / Reviews, Gear / Products / Sleep, Product, Review
The Nolah Evolution Hybrid mattress is a boon for side sleepers and back pain sufferers—plus, it has handles.
The Mysterious Inner Workings of Io, Jupiter’s Volcanic Moon wired.com 3 days ago by Robin Andrews
Science, Science / Space, Space
Recent flybys of the fiery world refute a leading theory of its inner structure—and reveal how little is understood about geologically active …
How Covid-19 Changed Hideo Kojima’s Vision for ‘Death Stranding 2’ wired.com 3 days ago by Silvio Mazzitelli
Culture, Culture / Video Games, Game, Changer
The video game legend tells WIRED that connection and isolation are major themes of his highly anticipated sequel. The game will be available …
Laptop Buying Guide (2025): How to Choose the Right PC (Step-by-Step Guide) wired.com 3 days ago by Luke Larsen, Scott Gilbertson
Gear, Gear / How To and Advice, Gear / Products / Computers, Buying, Guide
Shopping for a laptop can be infuriating. Here’s how to sift through the acronyms, storage options, and extra features to find the best one fo…
Suspect in Minnesota Shooting Linked to Security Company, Evangelical Ministry wired.com 4 days ago by Tess Owen, Tim Marchman, Leah Feiger
Politics, Politics / Extremism, Breaking, News
The alleged shooter is a 57-year-old white male; according to his ministry's website, he “sought out militant Islamists in order to share the …
The 6 Best Latte Machines for Automatic Espresso Drinks (2025) wired.com 4 days ago by Matthew Korfhage
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Kitchen, Got, Milk?
Turn your kitchen into a café with these barista-worthy automatic espresso machines and latte machines
13 Best Laptops of 2025, Tested and Reviewed wired.com 4 days ago by Luke Larsen, Christopher Null
Gear, Gear / Buying Guides, Gear / Products / Computers, Buying, Guide
Our expert team of laptops testers stand behind these Windows laptops, MacBooks, Chromebooks, and Linux portables.