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Spotify is introducing new controls that allow users to disable all videos in the app, the company announced on Thursday. The controls can be used to choose an audio-first experience on the app or a video-enhanced one, Spotify says. Starting today, Family Plan managers around the world can switch video content on or off for any plan member directly from their subscription settings. Previously, this feature was only available to managed accounts for users under 13. Spotify notes that 60% of those users had their video shut off by the account manager (a parent or guardian). The company will also…
On Wednesday, January 7, federal immigration enforcement and deportation officer Jonathan Ross shot and killed Renee Good at approximately 9:37 am local time. That same day, an official from the Minnesota Bureau of Criminal Apprehension (BCA) texted a Federal Bureau of Investigation counterpart, repeatedly requesting access to the crime scene evidence.But according to records WIRED obtained through a public records request, the FBI did not respond for at least two days.The texts appear to have been sent shortly before the FBI, according to the BCA, told the agency that the investigation into Good’s death would “be led solely by the…
There is a lot of attention on domestic manufacturing in the United States these days. But for Turner Caldwell, who spent nearly a decade at Tesla, there’s not enough attention on the minerals and metals that sit at the very bottom of the supply chain. It’s why he left Tesla and started Mariana Minerals in 2024. The purpose of his startup is to become a modern mining (and refining) operation that is set up for growth, because Caldwell has essentially one goal: bring more refined metal into the ecosystem. To do that, his company is trying to automate almost every…
As immigration agents raided factories and other workplaces across the United States last June, staff at a Meta café in Bellevue, Washington, made a pact: They would rally together if the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown affected any one of them. In December, the agreement met its first test.Under a US Immigration and Customs Enforcement program, federal authorities had detained Serigne, a Senegalese asylum seeker and the brother of dishwasher Abdoul Mbengue. “I didn’t know what to do at first, but we had this community, and I told them this news,” Mbengue says through a coworker who is translating his French.A…
Software giant Atlassian announced new AI tools and agents on Wednesday, with a focus on turning data into visual assets and applications. This includes the rollout of the visual tool Remix in open beta. Remix allows enterprises to turn the data and information stored in Atlassian’s content collaboration software Confluence into assets including charts and graphics. Remix will recommend which visual format makes the most sense for the data or information at hand and create these visual assets without requiring the users to open another application or software. The company also announced three new third-party agents that run within Confluence…
Within the app, you can add safe zones, more pets with Fi trackers, and other users who can also track and monitor the pet. There’s a Health tab where you can add and store things like vet records, receipts, and insurance information, and add vets to easily share your pet’s documents and get appointment reminders. You can also set up the Fi app on your Apple Watch to have even quicker access to monitor your pet’s location, activity, and safety (including Lost Mode) without needing a phone.When you open the app, you’ll see a map with live tracking showing where…
The living room has become a central battleground for YouTube, as more people turn to television screens. Now the Google-owned platform is trying to make watching videos on TV more interactive, across formats like live and Shorts, new job listings show. The shift is reflected in a wave of recent job postings at YouTube focused on “living room” experiences across product, design, and engineering, spanning live streaming, Shorts on TV, and subscription features. These point to a broader push to deepen engagement on the biggest screen. The move comes as connected TVs accounted for over 44% of YouTube watch time…
When Brandon Riegg joined Netflix a decade ago to head up its reality TV programming, he had one main competitor in mind: ABC’s The Bachelor.But Riegg felt that show—which is currently in a tailspin after canceling its latest season due to a domestic violence incident involving would-be bachelorette Taylor Frankie Paul—was “contrived,” with its “tug-of-war” over group dates and outings at Italian chateaus. He wanted to create something that felt more “authentic” to modern dating, he says.It worked. The streamer debuted its blind-date-turned-engagement show, Love Is Blind, in 2020, and it’s since been viewed 215 million times and expanded into…
The developer of the popular file encryption software VeraCrypt says Microsoft has blocked access to the account he used for sending updates to Windows users, and warned that anyone who encrypts their PCs with his software may soon face issues accessing their computers. VeraCrypt developer Mounir Idrassi said in an online post on March 30 that Microsoft “terminated the account I have used for years to sign Windows drivers and the bootloader,” and said he received no explanation or ability to appeal the decision. The Japan-based Idrassi said he attempted to contact Microsoft, but was unable to reach a human.…
The other goal of the Button is rapid response time. Unlike the Humane Ai pin, which got lots of criticism for taking a painfully long time to reply to queries, the Button is designed to be nearly instantaneous. In a demo via Zoom call, I watched Nolet ask the Button for a recommendation for the best sandwich shops in my neighborhood. While the Button didn’t choose my idea of the best sandwich place around, it did at least answer all the questions within a second. It can also be immediately interrupted by pressing the button, which is a great feature…
In response to escalating concerns about child safety online, OpenAI has unveiled a blueprint to enhance U.S. child protection efforts amid the AI boom. The Child Safety Blueprint, which was released Tuesday, is designed to help with faster detection, better reporting, and more efficient investigation into cases of AI-enabled child exploitation. The overall goal of the Child Safety Blueprint is to tackle the alarming rise in child sexual exploitation linked to advancements in AI. According to the Internet Watch Foundation (IWF), more than 8,000 reports of AI-generated child sexual abuse content were detected in the first half of 2025, a…
NZXT has been a household name in the world of PC gaming for years now, much thanks to its PC cases. The company’s cases are known for their clean and highly aesthetic design, marketed toward gamers that really care about how their system looks. That’s been NZXT’s jam, even as it has moved into other parts and peripherals in the PC gaming ecosystem. So, if you’re looking for an NZXT discount code or information on promos and deals, you’ve come to the right place.Score 50% Off PCs With NZXT Discount Codes and DealsNZXT has already changed the game with Flex,…
Cybercriminals have allegedly stolen a large amount of sensitive internal documents from the Los Angeles Police Department and leaked the data online. The stolen data included police officer personnel files, internal affairs investigations, and discovery documents that can include unredacted criminal complaints and personal information, such as witness names and medical data, according to the Los Angeles Times. Emma Best, the founder of transparency group Distributed Denial of Secrets, which hosts the data, said in an online post that the extortion gang World Leaks is behind the data breach. Best said she was able to review some of the leaked…
If you know photography, you know Canon. This super advanced, often pricey gear is made more affordable with the ways to save at Canon we’ve found below. Some of the best ways to save on cameras, printers, accessories, and more is during the Canon holiday sales, with our 10% off Canon promo code, and student discounts on some of the best WIRED-tested cameras, accessories, and office essentials.We love Canon’s lineup of mirrorless cameras, which deliver the same great image quality without the bulk. Plus, Canon has an online deals hub with rotating offers so you can get the gear you…
Demand for Apple’s Mac Mini has skyrocketed, particularly in China, as the small computer has become an ideal platform for experimenting with autonomous AI agents like OpenClaw and others. Now, a company called Astropad is building out a remote desktop solution specifically for this use case. On Tuesday, Astropad CEO Matt Ronge introduced Astropad Workbench, a remote desktop solution for Apple devices that he pitches as made “for the AI era.” While an AI agent running on a Mac Mini may not need a screen, its operator (the human) will want to log in at times to see what’s happening…
Medicube is a Korean skincare brand known for its at-home remedies that target pores, aging, and skin texture. It’s gone viral, thanks to celebrities like Kylie Jenner, whose TikTok praising the Booster Pro racked up over 1.6 million likes last year. Clearly, the internet can’t get enough, so I had to try it myself.I’m currently testing the Booster Pro, a 6-in-1 device with modes including microcurrent, vibration, and LED light therapy. But Medicube doesn’t just sell facial tools; it’s also popular for its topical products (moisturizers, toners, and masks) that content creators have raved about for their whipped, foamy, or…