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Somebody Just Buy the ISS Already

An argument for a big investment from some billionaire space lover. The post Somebody Just Buy the ISS Already appeared first on WIRED .

5 YouTube Gaming Channels That Haven’t Gone Full PewDiePie (Yet)

The world of videogame-related YouTube content can be a minefield—so we've got some family-friendly (or at least not wildly problematic) suggestions. The post 5 YouTube Gaming Channels That Haven't Gone Full PewDiePie (Yet) appeared first on WIRED .

The Clever ‘DoubleAgent’ Attack Turns Antivirus Into Malware

The bug potentially puts every Windows antivirus program at risk, but also hints at more fundamental problems with relying on AV. The post The Clever 'DoubleAgent' Attack Turns Antivirus Into Malware appeared first on WIRED .

Kirkin’ Overtime: The Weird Late-’90s Star Trek Mashup You Didn’t Know About

Thank you, 1990s videogames and creative editors, for this gloriously terrible gift. The post Kirkin' Overtime: The Weird Late-’90s Star Trek Mashup You Didn't Know About appeared first on WIRED .

The Battle for Top AI Talent Only Gets Tougher From Here

The company has a new AI lab in the hope of becoming the chipmaker of choice for the world's smartest machines. The post The Battle for Top AI Talent Only Gets Tougher From Here appeared first on WIRED .

Wall Street’s New Trick to Dodge Trump-Induced Stock Swings

The Trump Tracker reveals a massive uptick in companies listing Trump among their risk factors. The post Wall Street’s New Trick to Dodge Trump-Induced Stock Swings appeared first on WIRED .

Inside China’s Almost-Totally-Legal $400M Fishery in Africa

Few things so clearly represent China's influence in West Africa as the ships pulling fish from its fisheries. The post Inside China’s Almost-Totally-Legal $400M Fishery in Africa appeared first on WIRED .

The Fight to Wrap Cheapo Cars in Luxurious Silence

The joy of quiet, long reserved for the fanciest drivers, is making its way down market. The post The Fight to Wrap Cheapo Cars in Luxurious Silence appeared first on WIRED .

Astronomers Don’t Point This Telescope—The Telescope Points Them

The era of big data astronomy will find stuff astronomers never even knew to look for. The post Astronomers Don't Point This Telescope—The Telescope Points Them appeared first on WIRED .

The Guy Behind Ello (Remember Ello?) Just Built a Better Snapchat

Wuu provides a private place for sharing stuff with friends. Nothing more. No ads, no influencers, no BS. The post The Guy Behind Ello (Remember Ello?) Just Built a Better Snapchat appeared first on WIRED .

Phone Companies Will Soon Banish Robocalls. For Real This Time

If Democrats, Republicans, and the telecommunications industry can agree on anything, it's that robocalls are the worst. The post Phone Companies Will Soon Banish Robocalls. For Real This Time appeared first on WIRED .

How TV Opening Titles Got to Be So Damn Good

You've probably heard television is in something of a golden age, but the same can be said of title sequences. The post How TV Opening Titles Got to Be So Damn Good appeared first on WIRED .

The Billionaire on a Mission to Save the Planet From Trump

As a hedge fund manager, Tom Steyer turned $15 million into $30 billion. Then he learned what humanity is doing to the planet. The post The Billionaire on a Mission to Save the Planet From Trump appeared first on WIRED .

Don’t Buy the Latest Trump Surveillance Hype

Rep. Devin Nunes made some unprecedented statements today. But even if they're true, they don't prove what the White House wishes they did. The post Don't Buy the Latest Trump Surveillance Hype appeared first on WIRED .

The Senate Prepares to Send Internet Privacy Down a Black Hole

Senators could vote as early as today to not only reverse the Obama-era FCC's action but block the agency from passing similar rules in the future. The post The Senate Prepares to Send Internet Privacy Down a Black Hole appeared first on WIRED .

Silly YouTube, Don’t You Know Making the Internet Nicer Is Impossible?

Heavy-handed algorithms aren't the only culprit here—there's plenty of human error too. The post Silly YouTube, Don't You Know Making the Internet Nicer Is Impossible? appeared first on WIRED .