Autonomous vehicles are operating—and getting into crashes—in US cities. But state laws in Texas, California, Arizona, and other places prevent local governments from regulating the technology.
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Forget Growth. Optimize for Resilience
The tech economy is all about getting those next 10,000 users. What if it maximized something else for a change?
Sex, Drugs, and AI Mickey Mouse
The Steamboat Willie version of Disney icon Mickey Mouse just entered the public domain, and there’s already an explosion of related AI-generated art. We talked to some of the creators behind it.
AI May Not Steal Your Job, but It Could Stop You Getting Hired
In her new book The Algorithm, journalist Hilke Schellmann investigates software that automates résumé screening and promotion recommendations, raising concerns about discrimination.
Cars Are Getting Bigger. Can Smarter Software Make Them Safer?
Automobiles have gotten much bigger in recent years, alarming road safety experts. The chief engineer at Chrysler’s owner Stellantis says the solution is offering drivers more choice and smarter software.
How to Use OpenAI’s ChatGPT to Create Your Own Custom GPT
I created an experimental chatbot with 50 of my WIRED articles. Try it out for yourself.
We Are in a Trust Crisis — How to Navigate the Pitfalls of Transactional Behavior in Business Relationships
Businesses must stop selling themselves as relationship-focused when reality tells a transactional tale.
How Not to Be Stupid About AI, With Yann LeCun
It’ll take over the world. It won’t subjugate humans. For Meta’s chief AI scientist, both things are true.
Meet Flip, the Viral Video App Giving Away Free Stuff
Social video app Flip is trying to create a social platform dedicated to reviewing and buying products. Some early adopters are cashing in on the app’s giveaways—but have questions about its future.
Sorry California, Amazon Will No Longer Sell You Donkey Meat
As part of a settlement with a horse welfare nonprofit, Amazon will no longer sell products containing “ejiao,” which is made with donkey skin.