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Meta Contractors Posed as Teens to Prompt Rival Chatbots About Suicide, Sex, and Drugs

Hundreds of contractors working on a project for Meta pretended to be kids in order to see how other chatbots like Gemini and ChatGPT would respond to high-risk subjects, WIRED found.

30 Jun 2026 3:19 am
Buying a Mattress in 2026? We Tested 100+ and These Were the Standouts

WIRED has tested 100-plus bed-in-a-box mattresses for a week each. Our top pick, the Helix Midnight Luxe hybrid, is the best bed you can buy online.

30 Jun 2026 2:35 am
The Busy Bar Is a Gadget to Get People to Leave You Alone

Flipper Devices, a company that built a banned hacking device, now wants to hack your attention span.

29 Jun 2026 6:30 pm
Robin Byrd, the Sex Godmother of Millennials, Says the Internet Ruined Porn

The 1970s porn actress turned New York City late night public access queen says censorship and a lack of star quality among modern adult entertainers turned her off of the industry.

29 Jun 2026 4:30 pm
Yeasound RIC800 Hearing Aids Review: Good Audio, Glitchy App

With AI-powered noise reduction, an automatic speech-focusing system, and a simple, effective hearing test, its a shame these aids don't come with a better app.

29 Jun 2026 4:03 pm
I Found Jesus at a Drone Show

Drone shows are the new fireworksand possibly a new kind of religion. I traveled to Texas to be converted.

29 Jun 2026 3:30 pm
Top Google Security Staff Warn Search Data Could Be Hacked if EU Rules Change

Europes pro-competition proposals could see Google Search and Android systems opened up. The company claims there are serious privacy flaws.

29 Jun 2026 3:30 pm
Everyones Mad at the World Cups New Hydration BreaksExcept Mr. Moneybags Over Here

FIFA says hydration breaks protect players from heat. They also create new annoying commercial breaksand fans are calling foul.

29 Jun 2026 3:30 pm
Truckloads of Tesla Batteries Keep Getting Stolen Before They Even Leave the Factory

Nine major suspected cargo thefts happened at Teslas Nevada battery factory in January alone, according to sheriffs records obtained by WIRED.

29 Jun 2026 2:30 pm
This Humanoid Robot Is a Terrifyingly Competent Office Intern

Flexion Robotics, a startup founded by ex-Nvidia engineers, has a clever way of training robots to do useful work.

29 Jun 2026 1:30 pm
What to Do in Houston If You're Here for Business (2026)

Where to eat, stay, work, and eat some more while visiting Space City on business.

28 Jun 2026 5:51 pm
The Almost Homeless Subreddit Is a Stark Glimpse at Soaring Wealth Inequality

As the billionaire class gets richer, the growing online community is offering tips on how to survive with very little.

28 Jun 2026 4:30 pm
Why Wear Anything Other Than a Sun Hoodie This Summer? Our Picks for the Best

Sun hoodies are the greatest new garment since the original hoodie.

28 Jun 2026 3:32 pm
This Is the Most Detailed Image Yet of the Milky Way's Center

The Euclid space telescope's stunning photo of our galaxy's crowded heart captures more than 60 million stars.

28 Jun 2026 3:00 pm
The Ebike Accessories You Need to Help You Haul the Most Stuff

An unadorned ebike is a blank canvas. Here, get tips for maximizing its cargo-hauling and person-carrying capabilities.

28 Jun 2026 2:31 pm
China Defies US Restrictions and Builds the Worlds Fastest Supercomputer

The Chinese supercomputer LineShine was ranked as the fastest in the world, despite not using any GPUs.

28 Jun 2026 2:30 pm
Duers Wear-Everywhere Pants Are on Sale This Weekend

Its not often you can score discounts from the outdoor-coded Canadian company that makes understated and stylish performance clothing.

27 Jun 2026 4:31 pm
Does DeleteMe Actually Get Your Info off the Internet? I Tried It

Everyone is sick of spam calls and creeper sites that show weirdos where you livebut can any service solve it?

27 Jun 2026 4:01 pm
The 37 Best Outdoor Deals From the REI 4th of July Sale

Whether you need a tent, sleeping pad, rain jacket, or new pack, REIs Independence Day sale has something for everyone.

27 Jun 2026 3:36 pm
Why Venezuelas Second Earthquake Was So Damaging to Buildings

Factors like the short interval between the two powerful quakes and different types of soil led to some structures collapsing while others stayed standing.

27 Jun 2026 2:30 pm
Trump Administration Allows Anthropic to Release Mythos to Select US Organizations

After weeks of negotiations, the White House permitted Anthropic to restore access to its most advanced AI model for a select group of US companies and government agencies.

27 Jun 2026 5:56 am
Universal Is Skipping Influencer Screenings for The Odyssey. Film Critics Are Thrilled

With discourse about Christopher Nolans epic already raging, first viewer reactions will come from mainstream press, not content creators. Some critics are gloating over this break from the norm.

27 Jun 2026 4:45 am
Samsungs Excellent OLED Monitors Are Up to 38 Percent Off for Prime Day

Samsung makes some of the very best OLED gaming monitors, and theyve never been this affordable.

27 Jun 2026 1:28 am
10 Best Prime Day Streaming Deals, Including Half Off Apple TV (2026)

Prime Day isnt just about cheap TVs. Its also about cheap stuff to watch on your cheap TV.

27 Jun 2026 12:25 am
How to See the Giant Asteroid That Will Pass by Earth This Weekend

The asteroid will be visible for several nights from different parts of the world. Well tell you when and where to look, and what equipment youll need to spot it.

27 Jun 2026 12:15 am
27 Best Prime Day Beauty Deals of 2026 (We Sifted Through Hundreds to Pick Them)

It wouldn't be Amazon Prime Day without some beauty deals. Here's a roundup of all our favorites.

26 Jun 2026 9:47 pm
I Found the Best Prime Day Pixel Buds Deals: 2a, Pro (2026)

Google Pixel Buds are steeply on sale, presumably only through the end of the day.

26 Jun 2026 9:28 pm
Prime Days Best Handheld Fan Deals, Up to 20% Off, Are About to Disappear (2026)

These are the best last-minute Prime Day discounts on handheld fans, from $10 budget buys to Sharks high-tech ChillPill.

26 Jun 2026 9:26 pm
The US Is About to Deport an Immigrant to the Center of the Ebola Crisis

Edward Nalwamba is a 78-year-old retired pastor whose health has rapidly declined while in detention, his attorney says.

26 Jun 2026 9:13 pm
22 Best Prime Day Fitness Tech Deals (2026) Up to $250 Off

I've compiled a list of the best fitness tech deals this Amazon Prime Day, including smartwatches, walking pads, and recovery gear. You can thank me later.

26 Jun 2026 8:37 pm
Europe Is Fed Up and Wants Its Own AI

It's a stretch to think that the continent can build a top-tier model, but it has an advantage: Donald Trump.

26 Jun 2026 8:30 pm
Get Off Grid in Style Thanks to This DeviceOn Sale for Prime Day (2026)

Pick up this deal on Jackerys most portable battery and power up your adventures wherever they take you.

26 Jun 2026 8:00 pm
Hollywood Thrives on Rabid Fans. For Publicists, Theyre a Nightmare

A scuffle between stan account Club Chalamet and another Heated Rivalry die-hard shines a light on how parasocial fans are a publicists greatest assetand liability.

26 Jun 2026 7:58 pm
2026 Prime Day Deals: 20% off NOCO and Wolfbox Jump Starters

If you don't know you need a jump starter, its a sign you really, really need a jump starter. NOCO and Wolfbox are the best ones.

26 Jun 2026 7:26 pm
My Family Loves Board GamesHere Are the 12 Id Buy On Sale During Prime Day (2026)

Looking for family fun this summer? You need these WIRED-recommended Prime Day board game deals.

26 Jun 2026 7:11 pm
23 Walmart Deals We Like Better Than That Other Sale Happening Right Now

Welcome to Walmart deals for folks whod rather not shop at Amazon. These are the best gadget deals at Walmart this Prime Day.

26 Jun 2026 5:20 pm
Ivanka Trump and Jared Kushner's Island Resort Could Bring Down Albanias Prime Minister

What began as a flamingo revolution to protest the $1.4 billion development on Sazan Island has spiraled into mass protests against a ruling party that thousands now want out.

26 Jun 2026 4:30 pm
Which MacBook to Buy (2026): Neo, Air, or Pro?

After testing each of the MacBooks myself, here's my honest advice on which is right for you.

26 Jun 2026 4:30 pm
We're Tracking the Final Hours of Amazon Prime Day Deals Live

It's Day Four. Somehow it's still Prime Day. The deals are live. The deals are wild. The deals are almost feral. We are still here in the trenches digging up the deals and trends.

26 Jun 2026 4:24 pm
Should You Buy Your Kid a 3D Printer? What to Know and Consider (2026)

Kids love 3D printers almost as much as K-Pop Demon Hunters. Just give in and get one.

26 Jun 2026 4:01 pm
How Qatar Became FIFAs Technology Test Lab

Qatar has become the place where FIFA experiments with the next generation of football technology. The results are already visible across this years World Cup.

26 Jun 2026 3:30 pm
My Favorite Coolers Are on Sale for Prime Day: Yeti, Igloo, Ninja, and More (2026)

We've been testing coolers for years, and our top picks are on sale for Amazon Prime Day.

26 Jun 2026 2:44 pm
The 26 Best Amazon Prime Day Deals Under $30 We've Found (2026)

Everything is expensive. Treat yourself to one of these WIRED-tested and -approved Prime Day picks under $30.

26 Jun 2026 2:42 pm
99 Prime Day Deals That Arent For Suckers, Up to 50% Off (2026)

We've gone from A to Z to find Amazon's best Prime Day deals on the gear worth owning.

26 Jun 2026 1:52 pm
The 28 Best Prime Day Deals Under $100 in 2026

Times are hard in 2026. These Amazon Prime Day deals under $100 on earbuds, Kindles, and other tested products should help make life just a little bit easier.

26 Jun 2026 1:25 pm
19 Best Prime Day Apple Deals Up to 30% Off: iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, and More

Apple deals abound for Amazon Prime Day. We've rounded up the best deals on Apple Watches, iPhones, MacBooks, iPads, and accessories.

26 Jun 2026 1:11 pm
I Found the Best iPad Deal for Amazon Prime Day This Year (2026)

With four iPads to choose from, theres a clear winner in terms of discounts for Amazon Prime Day.

26 Jun 2026 12:53 pm