Instacart Acquires Instaleap to Boost Global Expansion
The acquisition will allow the company to expand its business into international markets without needing to launch a delivery network in those regions.
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Microsoft and Stellantis Partner on AI-Powered Vehicle Services
Digital services for brands from Jeep to Peugeot will feel the presence of AI.
Medicube April 2026 Deals: 40% Off K-Beauty
Upgrade your K-beauty routine with these active Medicube promo codes. Save on Age-R devices, serums, and masks with student discounts and referral rewards.
Anything App Eyes Desktop Expansion After App Store Removals
Anything is planning to launch a desktop companion app to aid mobile app development after its App Store removal.
Also's Revolutionary E-Bike Design Ditches Traditional Pedals and Wheels
The company bets that software can create a distinct—and better—riding experience.
DoorDash Slash Prices: 50% Off Deals for April 2026
Explore today’s top DoorDash promo codes for $25 off your first order, free delivery, and up to 50% off for existing customers.
Google Expands Gemini Personal Intelligence to Indian Users
The feature lets users connect Google accounts like Gmail and Photos to get personalized answers.
Codex Gains Background Computer Control and Browser Integration
An in-app browser allows visual feedback while building websites and more.
Pet Supply Deals This April: Save Big on Chewy
Explore Chewy coupon codes for $30 off, $20 off your first order $49, 50% off pet food, and more April 2026 discounts.
Amazon Acquires Globalstar for $11.57B to Expand Satellite Network
Amazon on Tuesday agreed to buy satellite company Globalstar, known for powering Apple's "Emergency SOS" feature, for $11.57 billion in cash.
Google Gemini Now Generates Personal AI Images From Your Photo Library
Google is making it easier to feed your photos into Nano Banana for more personal image generation.
Unitree R1 Humanoid Robot Now Available Internationally for $4,370
Unitree is bringing its R1 to international markets. It arrives with some aerobatic capabilities and an entry-level price, but the question of what you'd actual
Adobe Patches Critical PDF Vulnerability Exploited Since November
It's not clear how many people were compromised by this hacking campaign, but a security researcher said the hackers were targeting victims since at least Novem
Nine-Year-Old's Quantum Podcast Breaks Down Next-Gen Tech
Nine-year-old Kai Moskvitch's podcast explores how quantum technologies can transform our daily lives.
Shipping Surge Threatens Marine Life in Strait of Hormuz
As ships return to the Strait of Hormuz, mines, sonar, and congestion continue to reshape the Gulf beneath the surface.
Lucid Motors Appoints New CEO, Secures Fresh Funding
The search for a new CEO, which lasted over a year following the sudden resignation of Peter Rawlinson, is finally over.
Moon Race Heats Up: US and China Target Same Lunar Region
US and Chinese landers could be operating in close proximity on the Moon later this year.
Inside the Setup of a Marathon Streamer: Tech & Daily Essentials
The internet’s most jacked leftist shares the tech and daily rituals that fuel his marathon streams.
Inertia Fusion Reactor Inches Toward Commercial Reality
Inertia has signed three agreements with the Lawrence Livermore National Lab, paving the way for the company to bring its pioneering fusion reactor to market.
Jury Rules Live Nation/Ticketmaster Operates as Illegal Monopoly
Trump administration dropped out of the trial, but 33 states kept fighting.
Shingles Poses Greater Health Threat Than Many Realize
The viral infection leaves millions with chronic pain, increased stroke risk, and lifelong nerve damage—yet vaccination rates remain dangerously low.
OpenAI Acquires AI Finance Startup Hiro
The acquisition indicates a capability that OpenAI is building into ChatGPT: financial planning.
Florida Surgeon Charged in Fatal Wrong-Organ Surgery Case
It wasn't the first time the surgeon cut out the wrong organ.
70+ Groups Urge Meta to Ditch Facial Recognition in Smart Glasses
More than 70 organizations, including the ACLU, EPIC, and Fight for the Future, say the AI smart glasses feature would endanger abuse victims, immigrants, and L
Amazon Worker Dies at Oregon Warehouse Facility
Though Amazon has faced issues with warehouse safety, the company said that the death was not work related.
Windows 11 Recall Database Vulnerability Exposes Security Gap
"The vault is solid. The delivery truck is not."
iRestore Slashes Prices on Hair Growth and LED Therapy Tech
Today, iRestore is offering up to $900 off select devices and up to $1,550 off bundles.
Uber and Nuro Launch Premium Robotaxi Tests in SF
Uber employees can now hail a Lucid robotaxi as part of the testing.
Prime Video Experiences Technical Glitch During NBA Overtime Game
"Am I trippin??" asks LeBron James.
BYD's Denza Z9 GT Charges in 9 Minutes: Game-Changer or Gamble?
WIRED witnessed the game-changing Denza Z9 GT charge its battery in just 9 minutes. But the pricing for BYD's premium brand looks like a huge mistake.
Thousands of Rare Concert Recordings Now Available on Internet Archive
Chicago-based music superfan Aadam Jacobs has been recording the concerts he goes to since the 1980s, amassing an archive of over 10,000 tapes.
Google Expands Desktop Presence with New Windows and Mac Apps
Google mostly creates products for the web, but it has some new desktop apps today.
Best Fitness Trackers 2026: Garmin, Oura & Top Picks
With almost ten years of hands-on testing, WIRED knows what separates the best fitness trackers from the rest.
Microsoft Officially Discontinuing Outlook Lite App
The app had already been scheduled for retirement.
Godzilla Minus One Sequel Gets First IMAX Reveal
Director Takashi Yamazaki told Cinemacon attendees that sequel is first Japanese film shot for IMAX.
Internet Archive's Wayback Machine Faces Existential Threat
As major news outlets cut off the Wayback Machine, journalists and advocacy groups are rallying to protect the Internet Archive’s vast collection of web pages.
Stanford Study Reveals Growing AI Perception Gap
Stanford’s latest AI Index shows a widening gap between experts and the public, with rising anxiety over jobs, healthcare, and the economy.
Boston Dynamics' Robot Dog Now Reads Gauges With AI
Google's AI enables robots to read gauges while inspecting industrial facilities.
Best Water Filter Pitchers 2026: Remove PFAS & Microplastics
Water filters promise the moon—but only some back up their claims. Here are the best filtered-water pitchers for those who prefer their water free of heavy meta
Microsoft Develops New AI Agent to Expand Task Automation
The company has also previously introduced agents that are able to complete tasks, Cowork and Copilot Tasks.
Tax Filing Chaos as Prediction Market Gains Lack Clear Guidance
It's time for Americans to pay taxes on prediction market winnings, but no one knows how.
Hacked Crosswalk Announcements Expose Critical Infrastructure Gap
Last April, a hacker hijacked crosswalk announcements to mimic Mark Zuckerberg and Elon Musk. Records obtained by WIRED reveal how unprepared local authorities
IBM Settles $17M DOJ Lawsuit Over Diversity Hiring
IBM entered into a $17 million settlement agreement on Friday with the U.S. DOJ over allegations that it engaged in “illegal DEI practices.”
FCC Grants Netgear Exemption From Foreign Router Ban
Trump FCC starts handing out exemptions to its ban on foreign-made routers.
AI Agents Now Simulating Social Connections and Relationships
The developers of Pixel Societies are using AI agents to simulate social interactions. It's an attempt optimize the process of choosing new colleagues, friends,
Major Phishing Operation Dismantled After Targeting 17K+ Users
Cybercriminals allegedly used the W3LL phishing kit to target more than 17,000 victims worldwide, stealing their passwords and multi-factor authentication codes
Space Force Considers Major Launch Shift From ULA to SpaceX
"If the spacecraft is ready to go, that's going to give it a priority."
Electric Bike Repairs Pose Safety Risks for Mechanics
Bike shop mechanics have lost fingers and their shirts while repairing ebikes of dubious origins. Make sure yours is repairable and third-party certified.
Booking.com Notifies Users of Data Breach Affecting Personal Information
The travel giant notified customers that their personal data, including names, emails, email addresses, and phone numbers may have been accessed in a security i
Blue Origin Launches New Stock Plan Amid Employee Concerns
"We are being intentional about creating liquidity events."