Scientists Map the Brain’s Construction From Stem Cells to Early Adolescence

Like the seeds of a forest, a few cells in embryos eventually sprout into an ecosystem of brain cells. Neurons get the most recognition for their computing power. But a…

Roundtables: Surviving the New Age of Conspiracies

Everything is a conspiracy theory now. MIT Technology Review’s new series, “The New Conspiracy Age,” explores how this moment is changing science and technology. Join features editor Amanda Silverman, executive…

X Is Retiring Twitter.com Today. You Must Update Your Account Now to Avoid Lockout

Rest in peace, Twitter.  X, the platform formerly known as Twitter, will retire its old domain today. This comes with a warning for you: If you don’t update your account’s security…

Netflix might make its own video podcasts

Netflix’s video podcast ambitions may extend beyond its recent deal with Spotify. A new report from Bloomberg suggests Netflix is preparing to create original video podcasts exclusive to its streaming…

The Running Man’s final trailer amps up the high-octane action

It’s shaping up to be an excellent season for Stephen King adaptations. In September, we got The Long Walk, an excellent (though harrowing) adaptation of King’s 1979 Richard Bachman novel.…

The EPA Is in Chaos

WITH THE END of the US government shutdown in sight, disorganization still reigns at federal agencies. Workers at the Environmental Protection Agency tell WIRED that they have faced increasing chaos…

Consolidation begins to hit the carbon credit market

Carbon management startup Carbon Direct is buying another carbon credit startup, Pachama, the companies announced today. Pachama laid off around 20 employees this summer as voluntary carbon markets softened. The…

Charging an electric car at home: what kit do you need and what is the cost? | Motoring

When you buy an electric vehicle you need to think about how you will charge it at home. The two main things you will need are a charger and a…

Resident Evil’s mobile spinoff arrives on November 18

Capcom has announced that its Resident Evil mobile spinoff will be available on November 18. Resident Evil Survival Unit will be downloadable in more than 150 countries throughout the world…

Reimagining cybersecurity in the era of AI and quantum

At the same time, companies must strengthen the security of their AI models and data to reduce exposure to manipulation from AI-enabled malware. Such risks could include, for instance, prompt…