Technology, AI, platforms, chips, and the race to define the next digital order.
The new Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation is criticised for imposing disproportionate administrative burdens on small sellers, potentially forcing them to exit the European Single Market.
Proofcraft has completed the final mathematical proofs for the seL4 microkernel, confirming that the system enforces confidentiality and prevents unauthorised information leakage between applications.
Despite superior visual quality, the high cost and logistical complexity of 65mm IMAX film keep most studios opting for digital production, limiting true IMAX screenings to just 41 theatres worldwide.
While smartphone-based vehicle access offers seamless entry, new analysis highlights persistent risks related to device theft, battery failure, and software connectivity.
A private school in Connecticut is using a colour-coded policy to clarify when students can rely on artificial intelligence, alongside a new council to foster critical reflection on the technology.
Bipartisan backlash over energy consumption and climate impact is reshaping the US election landscape, with New York becoming the first state to enact a moratorium.
A new review highlights how the dual-camera smart birdhouse allows users to monitor chickadee behaviour and climate conditions, despite heat absorption issues.
The August 2026 revision of WIRED’s accessory guide adds recommendations for wall and portable chargers, while reviewing cases, stands, and page-turning remotes for Amazon’s e-reader ecosystem.
The budget laptop offers nearly 15 hours of battery life and extensive ports, but suffers from a poor trackpad, inaccurate screen, and limited software support.
The bundle is now available for $79 at Amazon and Target, marking the lowest recorded price for the upgraded tracking devices.
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration has upgraded its investigation into General Motors’ eBoost braking system to an engineering analysis, a step often preceding a mandated recall.
The AI model platform is consulting banks to evaluate bids, though no specific buyer has been identified and a deal remains unconfirmed.
The audio specialist has released two updated models that prioritise weight reduction and stability, both set to hit shelves on 27 August at a price point of $130.
The open-source Android alternative will officially support Motorola flagships and foldables next year, while acknowledging rising complexity in supporting Google’s Pixel devices.
Tiangong Ultra and Honor’s Lightning have set new benchmarks in bipedal robotics, surpassing human world records in sprinting events at the World Humanoid Robot Games.
Employees of NVIDIA and Super Micro face charges for bypassing export controls, a move prosecutors say has severely damaged the island’s international reputation.
New guide highlights dual-purpose devices that combine air purification with heating, cooling, and aesthetic design to save space in small apartments.
Four teachers report sexualised AI-generated images and videos created by students, circulating on TikTok and Snapchat, raising questions over workplace harassment and institutional accountability.
A new essay suggests that state-of-the-art AI models will prioritise existing tech stacks, causing innovation in new programming languages and libraries to slow to a grinding halt.
The US regulator has approved a blood-based biomarker test developed by C2N Diagnostics, offering a less invasive alternative to spinal taps and brain scans for early Alzheimer's detection.
A developer’s use of the Claude Opus 5 model to reverse engineer five consumer devices revealed plaintext command shells, defeatable activity lights, and unauthenticated network access, raising fresh concerns about hardware security.
Take-Two Interactive reports “unprecedented” demand for the long-delayed sequel, which will launch on PlayStation 5 and Xbox Series X/S in November 2026.
Lalit Maganti argues that staff engineers should absorb organisational noise to identify recurring patterns, a method that helped shape the Perfetto debugging tool.
Engadget’s new guide clarifies that VESA dimensions refer to hole spacing, not screen size, and highlights the critical need to verify weight limits for safe installation.
The Dutch Data Protection Authority has issued the second-largest penalty under Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation, citing a lack of human oversight in Uber’s deactivation process.
The release of a free “stealth” model on OpenRouter has triggered intense debate over its origin, with speculation ranging from Chinese firm Z.ai to an unreleased Microsoft product.
A new guide from Engadget outlines specific configuration changes to reduce Siri’s intrusiveness, balancing safety and audio continuity for drivers using Apple CarPlay.
Engadget clarifies the distinction between the smartphone projection system and the standalone vehicle operating system, highlighting how Google’s separate service packages affect car functionality.
A Beijing-developed robot clocked 9.39 seconds in a preliminary heat, surpassing the human world record, though physical instability remains a hurdle for commercial adoption.
The new FPGA-based console upscaling Nintendo 64 games to 4K resolution offers a refined alternative to software emulation, priced at $250.
A new guide from Engadget clarifies the differences between universal protocols like USB PD and proprietary systems, offering practical advice for consumers seeking the best balance between speed and battery longevity.
The open-weight model achieves a 100 per cent pass rate across all five test categories, outperforming rivals from Anthropic and OpenAI at one-fifth the cost.
A five-month, $266.15 odyssey involving Kimi K3, GLM-5.2, and GLM-5.3 finally gave a user full control over an Amazon Fire HD 10 tablet that kept powering itself off.
Apple, Google, and Samsung are set to phase out software support for a significant number of popular smartwatch models this year, raising questions about security and functionality for users relying on older hardware.
New research suggests air cooling remains the superior choice for most users, reserving liquid systems for high-end 4K gaming builds.
Garrett Langley argues the US must balance privacy and safety as bipartisan pressure mounts over police misuse of the company’s automated monitoring systems.
The autonomous vehicle firm has developed in-house silicon to process data from its Ojai robotaxi, a move aimed at reducing costs and improving efficiency in dense urban environments.
A 2026 review synthesises how sulfur emissions from major historical eruptions, including Tambora and Samalas, triggered cooling, famines, and societal shifts across the globe.
Beijing has postponed its bid to reach the Moon’s South Pole, citing a need for absolute success and inclement weather, in a move that intensifies the race with NASA’s Blue Moon lander.
Rockstar Games has secured a six-hour exclusive window on Netflix for its latest gameplay reveal, a strategic move that underscores the title’s cultural weight despite recent leaks and industry headwinds.
The Verge’s new assessment of We’re All Going to the World’s Fair highlights its intimate exploration of digital belonging, positioning the 2021 indie original against the backdrop of the director’s current theatrical release.
Replacing standard silicone tips with memory foam alternatives can enhance bass response and noise isolation for a fraction of the cost of new earbuds.
New troubleshooting guidance suggests that voice assistant glitches on Apple CarPlay typically stem from iPhone configuration, connectivity limits, or vehicle infotainment systems rather than the AI itself.
The new RGB Stripe OLED panel addresses long-standing text clarity issues, but the $1,200 price tag and reflective TrueBlack finish may divide opinion among gamers and professionals alike.
A new Wired explainer traces the lineage of electronic switches from 19th-century telegraph relays to the semiconductor devices that now power billions of global connections.
The author argues that extensive reading is essential for mastering craft and maintaining the neural pathways required for creative work, contrasting this with the detrimental effects of digital addiction.
As the premium bottled water market expands, experts argue that high price points and remote sourcing do not necessarily equate to superior hydration, while new research complicates the safety of glass packaging.
A new feature called “Describe a Short” uses Apple Intelligence to let users build complex iPhone automations via simple prompts, according to a WIRED feature.