The ‘10 Martini’ Proof Connects Quantum Mechanics With Infinitely Intricate Mathematical Structures

The proof, known to be so hard that a mathematician once offered 10 martinis to whoever could figure it out, uses number theory to explain quantum fractals.

What to Do in Portland, Oregon If You’re Here for Business (2025)

Where to lock in, power down, and actually enjoy your business trip to Portland.

Lectric XP4 750 Electric Bike Review: The Best, Cheapest Ebike

Lectric upgraded its most popular bike with greater range, a new color display, and a better torque sensor.

Climate Change Made Hurricane Melissa 4 Times More Likely, Study Suggests

Unusually warm ocean temperatures fueled one of the worst hurricanes on record. New research finds climate change increased the storm’s likelihood.

Man Jailed Over Trump Meme After Charlie Kirk’s Shooting Has Finally Been Released

Larry Bushart was charged with threatening a school after reposting a Facebook meme about Trump. A Tennessee sheriff, who mourned Kirk online, demanded authorities track him down.

WIRED Roundup: AI Psychosis, Missing FTC Files, and Google Bedbugs

In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we run through the top stories of the week and look closely at people’s complaints to the FTC alleging that ChatGPT led them or loved ones into AI psychosis.

Giant Home Depot Skeletons Are on Crazy Sale Right Now (2025)

I covet big animatronic skeletons for no good reason. Finally, I can justify the impulse buy.

How to Hack a Poker Game

This week on Uncanny Valley, we break down how one of the most common card shufflers could be altered to cheat, and why that matters—even for those who don’t frequent the poker table.

Elon Musk Really Doesn’t Get ‘The Lord of the Rings’

Musk has recently used Tolkien references to push anti-immigration messaging, as has the Department of Homeland security. They’ve got it all backwards.

Guillermo del Toro Hopes He’s Dead Before AI Art Goes Mainstream

The Frankenstein director tells WIRED the real Victor Frankensteins are tyrannical politicians and Silicon Valley tech bros.