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The latest batch of Jeffrey Epstein files shed light on the convicted sex offender’s ties to Silicon Valley—and Peter Thiel’s exacting approach to food.

By fusing SpaceX and xAI—which acquired X last year—Elon Musk tightens his grip over technologies that shape national security, social media, and artificial intelligence.

Since March of 2025, the Department of Health and Human Services has been using tools from Palantir and the startup Credal AI to weed out perceived alignment with “DEI” or “gender ideology.”

The Department of Justice has released more than 3 million documents and photos related to Jeffrey Epstein. Here’s who shows up from Big Tech the most often—and what the files reveal.

WIRED’s favorite pet vacuum and our favorite purifier-heater are on steep discount right now.

Yamaha’s simple setup and substantial subwoofer set it apart, especially on sale.

Light up and secure your driveway, backyard, or porch with a floodlight security camera.

Spice things up with our favorite sex toys, date-night boxes, and lingerie for every type of couple.

Chill out and watch all the hockey, skiing, and skating competitions through the whole month of February.

The influx of security personnel from around the world is sparking concern among Italians ahead of the Milano Cortina Olympic Games.

From medals to mascots, schedules to slopes—here’s everything you need to know to be ready for the 2026 Winter Olympic Games.

Want to get warmed up to watch a bunch of cold competition? Here are five films you should watch right now, from I, Tonya to Cool Runnings.

Yes, it is possible to scale horological heights without breaking the bank. It’s time to seek out the latest bargains.

Forget the pricey, postpaid cell plans and two-year contracts. Save with one of these WIRED-tested options from US Mobile, Boost, and Google Fi.

I tested 10 popular date-night boxes with people I met on Hinge. From writing love notes to trying out sex swings, these kits fulfilled their promise to keep dates interesting.

Here are three smart tricks, based on an understanding of frictional forces, to beat a slippery slope.

The holiday of romance is just around the corner. Don’t give something boring.

We tasted dozens of chocolates to find the best-tasting delivery boxes for your true love, self-love, or your lovely mother.

The people of Venezuela have spent years learning resilience in the face of censorship, disinformation, and repression. They now rely on those tools more than ever.

Just spritz and sleep—no melatonin tablets or pills necessary.