For months, the Social Security Administration was quietly sharing sensitive data about immigrants with DHS. Now it’s ...
As OpenAI expands in every direction, the new CEO of Applications is on a mission to make ChatGPT indispensable and lucrative ...
Deliriants like Benadryl can bring on terrifying hallucinations in high doses. Some Gen Z-ers are taking at least a dozen ...
Despite the tiny footprint, the Bose Smart Soundbar is capable of surprisingly expansive sound, which our reviewer Ryan ...
In this episode of “Uncanny Valley,” we run through the top stories of the week and examine how some of the victories in the US November elections show the power of online fandom.
On this episode of “Uncanny Valley,” guest Brian Merchant walks us through a historical framework he used to analyze whether AI fits the classic signs of an economic bubble—and what that means for all ...

Umair Irfan

Umair Irfan is Contributor on WIRED. Read Umair Irfan's bio and get latest news stories and articles. Connect with users and join the conversation at WIRED.
You’re probably spending more time fixing your smart home than using it. Here’s how I cut down my family’s reliance on Alexa.
Agentic AI is one of the hottest topics in tech. But what’s the reality of where things stand today, and how can businesses ...
GLP-1s are being studied for a wide range of conditions. Now, scientists will test whether their anti-inflammatory properties ...
Plus: State-sponsored AI hacking is here, Google hosts a CBP face recognition app, and more of the week’s top security news.
The same pulling force that causes “tears” in a glass of wine also shapes embryos. It’s another example of how genes exploit ...