6 scary predictions for AI in 2026
When OpenAI declared a “code red” this month to refocus its teams on competing with Google, I couldn't help but think back to December three… Read More »6 scary predictions for AI in 2026
Trump promises a moon landing in 2028, followed by a lunar outpost two years later
Surprisingly, this document makes no mention of a concrete plan to send humans to Mars. There are only two references to the red planet, both… Read More »Trump promises a moon landing in 2028, followed by a lunar outpost two years later
What Trump's nuclear push means for the industry (and its net worth)
The president's paper wealth soared following news that the company behind Truth Social has agreed to merge with a merger start-up. But China is far… Read More »What Trump's nuclear push means for the industry (and its net worth)
Why do AI chatbots use 'I'?
AI chatbots are designed to behave in a human manner. Some experts think that's a terrible idea.
When did everything become 'K-shaped'?
What started as a term to describe the pandemic recovery has become a catch-all term in these anxious economic times.
'A particularly turbulent time': deeper uncertainty in store for the global economy
A realignment of trade rules, on top of transformational changes in technology, demographics and climate, is reshaping jobs, politics and lives.
These are the flying disks that the government wants you to know about
CubeSats have been a ubiquitous part of the satellite industry for almost a quarter century. They are based on a cube-shaped design, measuring approximately 10… Read More »These are the flying disks that the government wants you to know about
Bank of Japan raises interest rates to the highest level in 30 years
The Bank of Japan has taken steps to slow inflation as the prime minister borrows more to finance an ambitious effort to build industry and… Read More »Bank of Japan raises interest rates to the highest level in 30 years
Parasites plagued Roman soldiers at Hadrian's Wall
It probably sucked to be a Roman soldier guarding Hadrian's Wall around the third century AD. W. H. Auden imagined the likely harsh conditions in… Read More »Parasites plagued Roman soldiers at Hadrian's Wall
Terrifying new photos emerge from Jeffrey Epstein's estate
A spokesperson for the New York Times told WIRED in a statement that Brooks “regularly attends events to speak with well-known and important business leaders… Read More »Terrifying new photos emerge from Jeffrey Epstein's estate
Reminder: Donate to win prizes in our annual Charity Drive sweepstakes
How it works Donating is easy. Easily donate to Child's Play with a credit card or PayPal or donate to the EFF with PayPal, credit… Read More »Reminder: Donate to win prizes in our annual Charity Drive sweepstakes
John E. Olson, analyst fired over Enron's skepticism, dies at 83
As a consultant at Merrill Lynch, he declined to recommend the energy trading company. His employer pushed him out, but his stand made him a… Read More »John E. Olson, analyst fired over Enron's skepticism, dies at 83
BP appoints new boss after CEO resigns
Meg O'Neill from Australia's Woodside Energy will lead the British energy giant, replacing Murray Auchincloss, who will leave the role after less than two years.
Massachusetts Battery Start-Up goes public
Factorial, the start-up, said the listing would raise funds that could help the company bring new solid-state batteries to market by 2027.
Trump Media will merge with TAE Technologies, a nuclear fusion company, in a $6 billion deal
Trump Media & Technology Group, the social media and crypto company owned by President Trump, said it would help develop a “utility-scale fusion power plant.”
