In today’s episode, Zoë is joined by WIRED’s Louise Matsakis to run through five of the most important stories we published this week — from Meta continuing its AI talent poaching spree, to how much faster our brains have really aged since the pandemic. Afterwards, they dive into the surprising reason behind why ChatGPT reportedly went full demon mode last week. Articles mentioned in this episode:
The Real Demon Inside ChatGPT | WIRED
Meta’s AI Recruiting Campaign Finds a New Target | WIRED
The Pandemic Appears to Have Accelerated Brain Aging, Even in People Who Never Got Covid | WIRED
Age Verification Laws Send VPN Use Soaring—and Threaten the Open Internet | WIRED
This Smart Basketball Tracks Data About Every Shot. It Could Be Headed to the NBA | WIRED
The First Planned Migration of an Entire Country Is Underway | WIRED
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How to Not Die in Silicon Valley
Blood boys. Cryogenic freezing. Living by the algorithm. Silicon Valley is known for a culture of health optimization, but some recent biohacking ventures are becoming more extreme–aimed not just at longevity, but at beating death altogether. This week, we talk about the Silicon Valley moguls obsessed with living forever and the radical measures they're taking to do so.
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Wired Roundup: Is Silicon Valley Losing Its Influence on D.C?
In today’s episode, Zoë is joined by WIRED’s Jake Lahut to run through five of the most important stories we published this week — from Trump’s newly unveiled AI plan to how supermassive black holes could have originated. Plus, they dive into why the relationship between Silicon Valley and D.C is undergoing some major changes. Articles mentioned in this episode:
Trump’s AI Action Plan Is a Crusade Against ‘Bias’—and Regulation | WIRED
Newly Discovered ‘Infinity Galaxy’ Could Prove How Ancient Supermassive Black Holes Formed | WIRED
How Trump Killed Cancer Research | WIRED
The Great Crypto Re-Banking Has Begun | WIRED
The GOP's Message for Tech Billionaires: Be Like Peter Thiel | WIRED
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The Very Real Case for Brain-Computer Implants
Brain computer interfaces might have inspired works of science fiction, but the technology behind them is real and quickly developing. Companies like Synchron and Neuralink are racing to build a model that they can commercialize. Lauren and Mike speak with WIRED’s Emily Mullin about why Synchron’s model is standing out, and what the promises and limitations of these interfaces are. Articles mentioned in this episode:
There's Neuralink—and There's the Mind-Reading Company That Might Surpass It | WIRED
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What’s Behind Gen Z’s Sex Recession?
In today’s episode, we look into why Gen Z is having less sex than other generations — and what it says about how we are all relating to each other. WIRED’s Zoë Schiffer is joined by writer and journalist Carter Sherman to talk about her latest book, The Second Coming: Sex and the Next Generation's Fight Over Its Future, which reveals how the internet, politics, and conservative legislation have shaped how Gen Z views sex. Articles mentioned in this episode:
How Social Media Is Fueling Gen Z’s Sex Recession | WIRED
Thinking Machines Lab Raises a Record $2 Billion, Announces Cofounders | WIRED
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Welcome to Uncanny Valley—an insider look at the people, power, and influence of Silicon Valley—where each week, WIRED’s writers and editors bring you original reporting and analysis about some of the biggest stories in tech. On Thursdays, WIRED’s Global Editorial Director Katie Drummond is joined by Lauren Goode and Michael Calore to break down a recent story or phenomena bubbling up in Silicon Valley and explain its influence on our daily lives. And on Fridays, WIRED’s Zoë Schiffer has an urgent conversation about this week in the news.
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