Miles Wang Leaves OpenAI for $2B Drug Discovery AI Startup
OpenAI researcher Miles Wang is launching an AI drug discovery startup valued at $2B, raising $200M from Lightspeed. Several OpenAI researchers to join.
Lorde Calls AI Glasses ‘Not Sexy’ at Mad Cool Festival
Pop star Lorde calls Meta AI glasses ‘not sexy’ at Mad Cool Festival, citing privacy fears. Over 7M units sold in 2025 despite lawsuits.
OpenAI’s First Hardware: A Screenless Moving Speaker
OpenAI’s first hardware device is a screenless smart speaker that can move, integrating with ChatGPT. Developed with ex-Apple engineers, it faces a trade secret lawsuit from Apple. (150 chars)
UK Social Media Curfew for Teens: Midnight to 6am
UK to enforce nightly social media curfew for ages 16-17 (midnight-6am) and ban under-16 access by spring 2027. Includes crackdown on addictive features and AI chatbot limits.
Apple Opens Siri AI to Everyone with iOS 27 Public Beta
Apple releases iOS 27 public beta with AI-powered Siri overhaul for all users ahead of fall launch. Features deep OS integration, standalone app, and privacy via Private Cloud Compute.
Lucid Motors Denies Bankruptcy Report, Stock Falls 50%
Lucid Motors denies bankruptcy report amid stock plunge of 50%. Company says it has liquidity into next year and confirms layoffs and restructuring.
YouTube and X: Gateways to Nudify Apps, Study Finds
A new ISD study reveals YouTube and X drive millions of visits to nudify apps, enabling nonconsensual deepfakes for as little as $1 an image.
9 Tips to Get More Out of Google Chat
Discover 9 tips to get more out of Google Chat: create Spaces, schedule messages, edit sent texts, protect privacy, and integrate with Google apps. Free on web, Android, iOS.
Luddite Puppet Gowanus on Rejecting Big Tech & Dumbphones
WIRED interviews Gowanus, a puppet representing the Summer of Ludd festival. He discusses the modern Luddite movement, the evidence box testimonies, and steps to disconnect from Big Tech.
Pinwheel Home: Retro Landline Phone for Kids
Pinwheel launches Pinwheel Home, a Wi-Fi landline for kids ages 5-10, priced from $68. Features parental controls, no screen distractions. Available now.