The 4 Things You Need for a Tech Bubble

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 of us.

WIRED Roundup: Fandom in Politics, Zuckerberg’s Illegal School, and Nepal’s Discord Revolution

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.

Le Wand Lick 3-in-1 Review: Three Times the Pleasure

This double-ended vibrator gives you a bit of everything in one unique-looking package.

‘Odd Lots’ Cohost Joe Weisenthal Has Predictions About How the AI Bubble Will Burst

Much of the US economy rests on AI’s future. On this episode of The Big Interview podcast, Odd Lots cohost Joe Weisenthal breaks down why AI’s impact on finance goes beyond billion-dollar investments.

Social Security Data Is Openly Being Shared With DHS to Target Immigrants

For months, the Social Security Administration was quietly sharing sensitive data about immigrants with DHS. Now it’s official.

4 Clever Tricks That Make It Worth Switching to Proton Mail

Proton Mail is an appealing alternative to Gmail, Outlook, and Apple Mail. It also comes with advanced privacy and productivity features, including a way to manage newsletter overload.

The Best Home Cocktail Machines—and Whether You Need One

Automatic cocktail machines are silly, but also kind of fun. Here’s how to choose between the Bartesian and Barsys cocktail machines.

Marshall Heston 120 Review: Premium Style, Restrained Sound

Marshall’s first soundbar offers premium sound and style, but misses one crucial element.

Inside a Wild Bitcoin Heist: Five-Star Hotels, Cash-Stuffed Envelopes, and Vanishing Funds

Sophisticated crypto scams are on the rise. But few of them go to the lengths one bitcoin mining executive experienced earlier this year.

12 Best Tech Gifts That They’d Actually Want (2025)

Don’t buy something for a loved one you wouldn’t want for yourself. These are the hot tech products of 2025 that everyone will yearn for this holiday season.