WIRED’s 2024 Year-in-Review Quiz: From AI Slop to Human Brain Implants
How well did you follow WIRED’s coverage of the biggest science and technology stories from 2024? Answer these 10 questions to test your knowledge. Source
How well did you follow WIRED’s coverage of the biggest science and technology stories from 2024? Answer these 10 questions to test your knowledge. Source
From MAGA to Moo Deng, fans had more power in 2024 than ever before. Source
From Elon Musk and Donald Trump to state-sponsored hackers and crypto scammers, this was the year the online agents of chaos gained ground. Source
Democratic digital strategists and creators argue that the party’s influencer outreach was too little, too late—and that without a coherent message, even the best strategy won't matter. Source
Anti-algorithm tactics and human moderators need to keep the web honest. Source
Enhance your reading experience and protect your device with cases, sleeves, stands, and more. Source
Tasty bakes are easy to make with the help of the latest statement stand mixers—as are homemade pretzels, tender pasta, and artisan breads. Source
Nations are more focused than ever on declining populations. Women, along with gender and sexual minorities, will see their rights come under fire. Source
The reference frames from which observers view quantum events can themselves have multiple possible locations at once—an insight with potentially major ramifications. Source
These WIRED-tested memory sticks are a virtual filing cabinet in your pocket. Source
If we can’t get to the forest, the forest must come to us, in the form of cities designed around green spaces. Source
You can get whole seconds back every morning by measuring your coffee beans in the Subminimal Subscale dosing cup. Source
There’s no such thing as black-colored light. So how can we see Darth Vader on a screen? Source
Add some color to your life, find accent lighting to match your mood, and transform the feel of your home with these decorative connected devices. Source
The hyped-up Rabbit R1, Humane Ai Pin, and Apple Vision Pro have continued receiving updates since their lackluster launches. How are things progressing? I tried them again to find out.…
Smartphones and face recognition are being combined to create new digital travel documents. The paper passport’s days are numbered—despite new privacy risks. Source
Politicians fully embraced the creator economy in 2024, blurring the lines between punditry and journalism. By 2028, the lawmakers could become creators themselves. Source
By learning lessons from other sectors, public health can ensure it is ready to face future outbreaks in record time. Source
Samsung’s celebrated flagship soundbar does just enough to beat out the rest of its Dolby Atmos competitors. Source
Forget about patchy internet connections and dead spots in the house. These WIRED-tested multiroom mesh systems will get you online in no time. Source