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Slack Raises $200 Million, Is Now A … Quadricorn?

As bots become the big thing, Slack is about to get a lot bigger. The post Slack Raises $200 Million, Is Now A … Quadricorn? appeared first on WIRED.

Bernie Sanders’ Bronx Rally Proves the Power of Live Campaigning

In the age of social media, the personal touch still matters. The post Bernie Sanders’ Bronx Rally Proves the Power of Live Campaigning appeared first on WIRED.

Google’s Alphabet Transition Has Been Tougher Than A-B-C

Six months ago, Google’s grand experiment in corporate restructuring became official. But making big bets pay isn’t always easy. The post Google’s Alphabet Transition Has Been Tougher Than A-B-C appeared first on WIRED.

Microsoft Delights Devs By Freeing Its Xamarin Coding Tools

When a tech giant buys a company that makes software you like, it’s hard not be nervous. But Microsoft has made the right move with its latest acquisition. The post Microsoft Delights Devs By Freeing Its Xamarin Coding Tools appeared first on WIRED.

GOP Launches Handy Site to Teach You About the Convention

It all seems so simple. Just wait. The post GOP Launches Handy Site to Teach You About the Convention appeared first on WIRED.

Millennials for Hillary Have a Plan to Prove They Exist

With more than two months of primary season still to go, Clinton’s young supporters are taking a digital stand. The post Millennials for Hillary Have a Plan to Prove They Existappeared first on WIRED.

Video Is Turning Amazon Into Much, Much More Than the Everything Store

What seemingly started as a way to get people to sign up for two-day shipping has turned into a major force in the world of entertainment. The post Video Is Turning Amazon Into Much, Much More Than the Everything Store appeared first on WIRED.

A Year After the Ellen Pao Verdict, Tech Still Gets Diversity Wrong

The Pao trial should have been the catalyst to difficult conversations on the everyday, on-the-ground stuff at work that involves real people. The post A Year After the Ellen Pao Verdict, Tech Still Gets Diversity Wrong appeared first on WIRED.

Why Microsoft Making Linux Apps Run on Windows Isn’t Crazy

For web developers stuck on Windows, Linux tools could make their lives easier. Also: Bash on Windows. The post Why Microsoft Making Linux Apps Run on Windows Isn’t Crazyappeared first on WIRED.

It’d Be Great to Kick ISIS Offline—If It Were Possible

ISIS is notorious for its effective use of social media. That takes a sophisticated public relations strategy. It also takes a working Internet connection. The post It’d Be Great to Kick ISIS Offline—If It Were Possible appeared first on WIRED.

Trump’s Plan for American-Made iPhones Would Be Disastrous

Why even a President Trump couldn’t—and shouldn’t—make Apple manufacture iPhones in the United States. The post Trump’s Plan for American-Made iPhones Would Be Disastrous appeared first on WIRED.

Square’s New Tools Let You Sell Online, Not Just Off

Square, which invented a credit card reader that plugs into your iPhone, is now offering tools to pay online with no card reader at all. The post Square’s New Tools Let You Sell Online, Not Just Off appeared first on WIRED.

In Trump Campaign Boss Video, the Internet Sees What It Wants

It’s all so painfully predictable. The post In Trump Campaign Boss Video, the Internet Sees What It Wants appeared first on WIRED.

Netflix’s Grand, Daring, Maybe Crazy Plan to Conquer the World

What happens when every part of an online entertainment empire is engineered to be everything to everyone, all of the time. The post Netflix’s Grand, Daring, Maybe Crazy Plan to Conquer the World appeared first on WIRED.

One Startup’s Heretical Plan to Turn Open Source Code Into Cash

With a new kind of license, open sourcers are trying to strike a balance between getting paid and preserving their values. The post One Startup’s Heretical Plan to Turn Open Source Code Into Cash appeared first on WIRED.

Netflix’s Grand, Daring, Maybe Crazy Plan to Conquer the World

What happens when every part of an online entertainment empire is engineered to be everything to everyone, all of the time. The post Netflix’s Grand, Daring, Maybe Crazy Plan to Conquer the World appeared first on WIRED.

Netflix Is No Net Neutrality Hypocrite for Slowing Down Video

There may be problems with Netflix’s decision to slow down video to subscribers on certain networks. But net neutrality is not one of them. The post Netflix Is No Net Neutrality Hypocrite for Slowing Down Video appeared first on WIRED.

To Fight the FBI, Apple Ditched Secrecy for Openness

The company opened itself to the media and the public in an unprecedented way to fight its publicity war with the feds. The post To Fight the FBI, Apple Ditched Secrecy for Openness appeared first on WIRED.

It’s Your Fault Microsoft’s Teen AI Turned Into Such a Jerk

As the incident with Microsoft’s AI chat bot shows, if we want AI to be better, we need to be better ourselves. The post It’s Your Fault Microsoft’s Teen AI Turned Into Such a Jerkappeared first on WIRED.

GM, Magic Leap CEOs Headline WIRED Business Conference 2016

We’ve just revealed the first round of speakers at our annual WIRED Business Conference. You’re probably going to want to hear what they have to say. The post GM, Magic Leap CEOs Headline WIRED Business Conference 2016 appeared first on WIRED.

YouTube Is the Unsung Juggernaut of This Election Season

Since April, people have watched 110 million hours of video about presidential candidates and political issues. The post YouTube Is the Unsung Juggernaut of This Election Seasonappeared first on WIRED.

One Genius’ Lonely Crusade to Teach a Computer Common Sense

For decades, as the tech world passed him by, Doug Lenat has fed computers millions of rules for daily life. Is this the way to artificial common sense? The post One Genius’ Lonely Crusade to Teach a Computer Common Sense appeared first on WIRED.

Apple Tiptoes Into Original TV with Vice Show on Apple Music

To watch Vice’s new docu-series “The Score,” you”ll have to catch it on Apple Music. The post Apple Tiptoes Into Original TV with Vice Show on Apple Music appeared first onWIRED.

Google Is Sharing Its Powerful AI With Everyone in Its Cloud

Google is once again sharing its state-of-art artificial intelligence with the rest of the world. The post Google Is Sharing Its Powerful AI With Everyone in Its Cloud appeared first onWIRED.

Apple’s iOS 9 Links Recall the Bad Old Days of Internet Explorer

Deep linking is a way to connect apps like web pages. But Apple’s new “universal links” standard is reminding some app developers of the old browser wars. The post Apple’s iOS 9 Links Recall the Bad Old Days of Internet Explorer appeared first on WIRED.

The Dreaded Down Round Won’t Necessarily Kill a Unicorn

Deciding that a startup is worth less doesn’t have to mean that startup is in trouble. The post The Dreaded Down Round Won’t Necessarily Kill a Unicorn appeared first on WIRED.

The Tech Exec Who Wants the Cloud to Be Google’s Moneymaker

Some at Google believe that the cloud could be an even bigger business than search. Diane Greene is leading the push to make that happen. The post The Tech Exec Who Wants the Cloud to Be Google’s Moneymaker appeared first on WIRED.

Would You Pay 25 Cents to Read an Article? Blendle Certainly Thinks So

Dutch startup Blendle lets you pay a few cents to read individual articles on the web. But will you? The post Would You Pay 25 Cents to Read an Article? Blendle Certainly Thinks Soappeared first on WIRED.

Silicon Valley Mourns Andy Grove, a Titan of Tech

Grove is routinely mentioned as part of the same pantheon that includes Bill Gates, Larry Ellison, and Steve Jobs. And with good reason. The post Silicon Valley Mourns Andy Grove, a Titan of Tech appeared first on WIRED.

In Cuba, Obama Frames Internet as Key to Country’s Growth

In his remarks, President Obama said Internet access is as crucial to Cuba’s prosperity as education and healthcare. The post In Cuba, Obama Frames Internet as Key to Country’s Growth appeared first on WIRED.

Apple’s Got Millions of Reasons to Make A Smaller iPhone

And all of them come with a dollar sign attached. The post Apple’s Got Millions of Reasons to Make A Smaller iPhone appeared first on WIRED.

Gawker Says Hulk Hogan Jury Was Denied Key Evidence

Gawker was hit with more than $25 million in additional damages today on top of the $115 million already awarded, but the site is confident it will prevail The post Gawker Says Hulk Hogan Jury Was Denied Key Evidence appeared first on WIRED.

On Its 10th Birthday, a Short History of Twitter in Tweets

For all its problems, Twitter is where the world talks to itself. It’s become a source of news and a newsmaker itself. But it wasn’t always that way. The post On Its 10th Birthday, a Short History of Twitter in Tweets appeared first on WIRED.

How Big Is the Cloud? Even GoDaddy Is Selling It

More and more, the future of computing is to leave the hardware and the software to someone else. The post How Big Is the Cloud? Even GoDaddy Is Selling It appeared first onWIRED.

Court Orders Gawker to Pay Hulk Hogan $115M for Posting His Sex Tape

The jury found that Gawker violated Hulk Hogan’s privacy when it posted a video clip of him having sex with his friend’s wife. The post Court Orders Gawker to Pay Hulk Hogan $115M for Posting His Sex Tape appeared first on WIRED.

Want to Save the Comments From Trolls? Do It Yourself

A startup called Civil has a new plan to make comments more, well… The post Want to Save the Comments From Trolls? Do It Yourself appeared first on WIRED.

Hollywood Is Not OK With You Watching New Movies at Home

Sean Parker’s latest startup would stream first-run movies to your TV. Theater owners are furious. But it’ll probably never happen. The post Hollywood Is Not OK With You Watching New Movies at Home appeared first on WIRED.

Is Judge Garland a Liberal? Wikipedia Editors Battle to Save Facts From Politics

Watching Wikipedia edits unfold around breaking news offers a window onto the site’s idealistic effort protect facts from the country’s polarized politics. The post Is Judge Garland a Liberal? Wikipedia Editors Battle to Save Facts From Politics appeared first on WIRED.

No, the On-Demand Economy Isn’t About to Implode

But it is going through some growing pains. The post No, the On-Demand Economy Isn’t About to Implode appeared first on WIRED.

The Way We Live Now: White House Launches @SCOTUSNom

This morning, The White House is launching a new front in its battle with Republicans over the Supreme Court, and it’s fighting in 140 characters. The post The Way We Live Now: White House Launches @SCOTUSNom appeared first on WIRED.

Open Sourcers Race to Build Better Versions of Slack

These projects hope to provide not just a free alternative to the popular chat app but beat Slack at its own game by providing features it doesn’t have. The post Open Sourcers Race to Build Better Versions of Slack appeared first on WIRED.

Crowdfunding for the Public Good Is Evil

Crowdfunding is all the rage. But it shouldn’t supplant funding for basic public services. The post Crowdfunding for the Public Good Is Evil appeared first on WIRED.

In Two Moves, AlphaGo and Lee Sedol Redefined the Future

Although machines are now capable of moments of genius, humans have hardly lost the ability to generate their own. In the future, we’ll create them together The post In Two Moves, AlphaGo and Lee Sedol Redefined the Future appeared first on WIRED.

Here’s a Tech Report Card for Candidates. Guess Who Got an F

Spoiler: Nobody got straight A’s. The post Here’s a Tech Report Card for Candidates. Guess Who Got an F appeared first on WIRED.

Trump’s Lies Undermine the Promise of the Internet

The Internet has democratized access to information. But it’s also created a space where misinformation–and those who spread it–thrive. The post Trump’s Lies Undermine the Promise of the Internet appeared first on WIRED.

Apple Wants All Publishers to Join Apple News (And Look Good) Now, Too

Come one, come everyone to Apple News. The post Apple Wants All Publishers to Join Apple News (And Look Good) Now, Too appeared first on WIRED.

Shyp Now Has a One-Tap Way to Ship Stuff You Sold on eBay

Starting today, some sellers will no longer have to pack and send merchandise themselves thanks to eBay’s new deal with Shyp. The post Shyp Now Has a One-Tap Way to Ship Stuff You Sold on eBay appeared first on WIRED.

Etsy Offers Half-A-Year Paid Leave in Tech Parental Perks Race

Etsy is joining the ranks of tech giants offering more expansive benefits to parents in the race to attract talent. The post Etsy Offers Half-A-Year Paid Leave in Tech Parental Perks Race appeared first on WIRED.

Uber Just Launched Its Food-Delivery UberEATS App in the US

After first launching in Toronto, the standalone UberEATS app is arriving today in Chicago, Houston, Los Angeles, and San Francisco. The post Uber Just Launched Its Food-Delivery UberEATS App in the US appeared first on WIRED.

Google’s AI Wins Fifth And Final Game Against Go Genius Lee Sedol

Game Five grew into the most exciting of the series, a game balanced on a knife edge. The win puts an exclamation point on a significant moment for AI. The post Google’s AI Wins Fifth And Final Game Against Go Genius Lee Sedol appeared first on WIRED.

Politics Threaten the Bold Plan to Free the Internet from US Control

Not everyone likes the proposal to end US control of ICANN, the organization that governs the Internet’s tech standards. But the alternatives may be worse. The post Politics Threaten the Bold Plan to Free the Internet from US Control appeared first on WIRED.

Why the Final Game Between AlphaGo and Lee Sedol Is Such a Big Deal for Humanity

Go grandmaster Lee Sedol regained a sizeable slice of human pride when he finally beat Google’s AI. Today, in the final game, he hopes to regain far more. The post Why the Final Game Between AlphaGo and Lee Sedol Is Such a Big Deal for Humanity appeared first on WIRED.

The Epic Story of Dropbox’s Exodus From the Amazon Cloud Empire

Half-a-billion people stored files on Dropbox. Well, sort of. Really, the files were in Amazon’s cloud. Until Dropbox built its own. And threw the switch. The post The Epic Story of Dropbox’s Exodus From the Amazon Cloud Empire appeared first on WIRED.

I Watched Amazon’s Live Fashion Show So You Don’t Have To

Amazon is trying to make itself a fashion destination. So it’s trying … an Internet version of QVC? The post I Watched Amazon’s Live Fashion Show So You Don’t Have To appeared first on WIRED.

How Google’s AI Viewed the Move No Human Could Understand

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — The move didn’t make sense to all the humans packed into the sixth floor of Seoul’s Four Seasons hotel. But the Google machine saw it quite differently. The machine knew the move wouldn’t make sense to all those humans. Yes, it knew. And yet it played the move anyway, because this […] The post How Google’s AI Viewed the Move No Human Could Understand appeared first on WIRED.

Go Grandmaster Lee Sedol Grabs Consolation Win Against Google’s AI

After three straight losses, score one for the humans. The post Go Grandmaster Lee Sedol Grabs Consolation Win Against Google’s AI appeared first on WIRED.

With Third Straight Win, Google’s AI Claims Victory in Historic Match With Go Champ

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — Google’s artificially intelligent Go-playing computer system has claimed victory in its historic match with Korean grandmaster Lee Sedol, after winning the third game here in downtown Seoul. Known as AlphaGo, Google’s creation also won the first two games in this best-of-five contest inside Seoul’s Four Seasons hotel. With its three-games-to-none victory, […] The post With Third Straight Win, Google’s AI Claims Victory in Historic Match With Go Champ appeared first on WIRED.

Techies to Washington: Anything You Can Do We Can Do Better

At SXSW, little faith in government to solve world problems. The post Techies to Washington: Anything You Can Do We Can Do Better appeared first on WIRED.

It Had to Happen: Now There’s an On-Demand Economy for Photojournalists

Fresco News lets newsrooms send out requests for photos and videos from the scene to anyone with a smartphone. If their pictures get used, they get paid. The post It Had to Happen: Now There’s an On-Demand Economy for Photojournalists appeared first on WIRED.

The Sadness and Beauty of Watching Google’s AI Play Go

At first, the Go champion thought the move was rather odd. Then he saw it was wonderful. The post The Sadness and Beauty of Watching Google’s AI Play Go appeared first onWIRED.

To Survive, Roku Will Jump Out of Its Box and Into Your TV

The little black box is trying to become the “Intel Inside” of next-gen TV. The post To Survive, Roku Will Jump Out of Its Box and Into Your TV appeared first on WIRED.

Now You Can Use Linux Just Like Microsoft Does

It looks like Microsoft is finally getting the hang of this whole open source software thing as the company releases a bundle of Linux-based software. The post Now You Can Use Linux Just Like Microsoft Does appeared first on WIRED.

Forget Drones: Amazon Is Going to Fly Its Own Planes

The world’s largest online retailer just leased 20 Boeing 767s as it seeks to build out its own logistical network. The post Forget Drones: Amazon Is Going to Fly Its Own Planesappeared first on WIRED.

Uber and Lyft Drivers Work Dangerous Jobs—But They’re on Their Own

Is the risk worth the reward? The post Uber and Lyft Drivers Work Dangerous Jobs—But They’re on Their Own appeared first on WIRED.

Google’s AI Wins Pivotal Second Game In Match With Go Grandmaster

SEOUL, SOUTH KOREA — After more than four hours of tight play and a rapid-fire end game, Google’s artificially intelligent Go-playing computer system has won a second contest against grandmaster Lee Sedol, taking a two-games-to-none lead in their historic best-of-five match in downtown Seoul. The surprisingly skillful Google machine, known as AlphaGo, now needs only […] The post Google’s AI Wins Pivotal Second Game In Match With Go Grandmaster appeared first on WIRED.

The Unicorn Reckoning is Finally Here (Thank Goodness!)

Fundraising is getting harder for startups, and so is everything else. The post The Unicorn Reckoning is Finally Here (Thank Goodness!) appeared first on WIRED.

Google and Facebook Team Up to Open Source the Gear Behind Their Empires

The data center hardware used by Internet giants used to be a big secret. Today, Google is joining Facebook’s Open Compute Project to lift the veil. The post Google and Facebook Team Up to Open Source the Gear Behind Their Empires appeared first on WIRED.

Sanders’ Michigan Win Shows Pollsters Have a Bernie Blindspot

Nearly every time Bernie Sanders wins a primary or caucus, it comes as a surprise to pollsters. Here’s why. The post Sanders’ Michigan Win Shows Pollsters Have a Bernie Blindspot appeared first on WIRED.

Go Grandmaster Says He’s ‘in Shock’ But Can Still Beat Google’s AI

“I am in shock. I can admit that,” Lee Sedol said after losing the first in a five-game series to Google’s Go-playing computer. The post Go Grandmaster Says He’s ‘in Shock’ But Can Still Beat Google’s AI appeared first on WIRED.

The NFL on Facebook Is a Glimpse at the Radical Future of TV

Facebook is seeking the rights to live-stream NFL games. If it succeeds, it may mark the beginning of the future of live TV. The post The NFL on Facebook Is a Glimpse at the Radical Future of TV appeared first on WIRED.

Google’s AI Wins First Game in Historic Match With Go Champion

After an extraordinarily close contest, Google’s artificially intelligent Go-playing computer system has beaten Lee Sedol, one of the world’s top players. The post Google’s AI Wins First Game in Historic Match With Go Champion appeared first on WIRED.

In Europe, You’ll Need a VPN to See Real Google Search Results

Because of the EU’s “right to be forgotten” rules, Google’s search results are now more restricted than ever. The post In Europe, You’ll Need a VPN to See Real Google Search Results appeared first on WIRED.

Tech Giants Back Immigrants In Upcoming Supreme Court Fight

Mark Zuckerberg, Reid Hoffman, and more than 60 others have filed an amicus brief to the Supreme Court over a landmark immigration case. The post Tech Giants Back Immigrants In Upcoming Supreme Court Fight appeared first on WIRED.

Clinton Owns Silicon Valley’s Vote Now That Bloomberg’s Out

A Bloomberg candidacy would have meant an all-out battle for the hearts—and funds—of the tech elite. The post Clinton Owns Silicon Valley’s Vote Now That Bloomberg’s Outappeared first on WIRED.

Google.org Thinks It Can Engineer a Solution to the World’s Woes

Google.org gives away millions based on the belief that the brainpower that makes Google so much money can also make the world a better place. The post Google.org Thinks It Can Engineer a Solution to the World’s Woes appeared first on WIRED.

Google’s AI Is About to Battle a Go Champion—But This Is No Game

Today, at the Four Seasons Hotel in downtown Seoul, South Korea, Google will put the future of artificial intelligence to the test. The post Google’s AI Is About to Battle a Go Champion—But This Is No Game appeared first on WIRED.

Blu-Ray Gets a Second Shot at Relevancy in the Data Center, of All Places

As a way of watching movies, Blu-Ray doesn’t have much of a future. But Blu-Ray discs could find a new reason for being: storing tons of old data. The post Blu-Ray Gets a Second Shot at Relevancy in the Data Center, of All Places appeared first on WIRED.

Microsoft Will Bring Its SQL Database Software to Linux

Microsoft opens its arms to more open source. The post Microsoft Will Bring Its SQL Database Software to Linux appeared first on WIRED.

Lyft in Messenger Is One More Reason Never to Leave Facebook

Facebook wants Messenger to be about a lot more than messaging. The post Lyft in Messenger Is One More Reason Never to Leave Facebook appeared first on WIRED.

Verizon’s “Zombie Cookies” Will Finally Be Easier to Kill

The FCC says Verizon crossed a line by tracking customers’ online behavior without their permission. The post Verizon’s “Zombie Cookies” Will Finally Be Easier to Kill appeared first on WIRED.

Ad Industry Group Tells Sites How Best to Block the Blockers

The IAB has created a primer in the hope of getting publishers and readers on the same team. The post Ad Industry Group Tells Sites How Best to Block the Blockers appeared first on WIRED.

The White House Wants You to Build Tools to Improve Our Cities

President Obama wants to make it easier for people to solve local problems with readily available datasets. The post The White House Wants You to Build Tools to Improve Our Cities appeared first on WIRED.

You’ll Eat Bugs. These Investors Are Betting Millions on It

Greg Sewitz and Gabi Lewis are used to people laughing at their plan to get the world to eat bug powder. Guess who’s laughing now. The post You’ll Eat Bugs. These Investors Are Betting Millions on It appeared first on WIRED.

Medicare Scammers Steal $60 Billion a Year. This Man Is Hunting Them.

Medicare is a massive pool of underguarded funds ripe for skimming. John Mininno ferrets out shady activity by looking for patterns in vast troves of data. The post Medicare Scammers Steal $60 Billion a Year. This Man Is Hunting Them. appeared first on WIRED.

For Netflix, Discontent Over Blocked VPNs Is Boiling

Customers around the world say they pay the same amount as everyone else, so they should get to watch the same stuff. The post For Netflix, Discontent Over Blocked VPNs Is Boiling appeared first on WIRED.

We Found a Totally Real Copy of Donald Trump’s Canceled CPAC Speech

We always said the man was a walking, talking Twitter stream. The post We Found a Totally Real Copy of Donald Trump’s Canceled CPAC Speech appeared first on WIRED.

Airbnb’s Diversity Worries Aren’t Just About Who Works There

Airbnb is hiring a new head of diversity who will address not just disparities in hiring but criticisms of its home-sharing platform itself. The post Airbnb’s Diversity Worries Aren’t Just About Who Works There appeared first on WIRED.

Watching The Debate With Lots of Drunk Republicans Is Fun

And also surreal. The post Watching The Debate With Lots of Drunk Republicans Is Fun appeared first on WIRED.

Why Starbucks Will Win Over Italy: It Doesn’t Really Sell Coffee

Starbucks doesn’t simply offer its customers buckets of coffee. Like Google and Apple, it offers a canvas onto which we can project our consumer identities. The post Why Starbucks Will Win Over Italy: It Doesn’t Really Sell Coffee appeared first on WIRED.

At Conservative Boot Camp, a Herd of Elephants Panic Over Trump

The Obama campaign’s legacy looms large. But so does you-know-who. The post At Conservative Boot Camp, a Herd of Elephants Panic Over Trump appeared first on WIRED.

Hulk Hogan’s NSFW Gawker Lawsuit Is a Free-Speech Battle Royale

The Hulkster is suing the pioneering news and gossip site for publishing his sex tape. Gawker is hoping for a heavyweight assist from the First Amendment. The post Hulk Hogan’s NSFW Gawker Lawsuit Is a Free-Speech Battle Royale appeared first on WIRED.

Google is Donating $1 Million to UNICEF to Fight Zika

Google.org, the search giant’s philanthropic arm, is doling out money and brain power to address the growing concerns over the Zika virus. The post Google is Donating $1 Million to UNICEF to Fight Zika appeared first on WIRED.

Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt To Head Pentagon Innovation Board

While helping the Pentagon stay on top of the latest tech trends, the board also makes for some positive optics amid strained relations with Silicon Valley. The post Ex-Google CEO Eric Schmidt To Head Pentagon Innovation Board appeared first on WIRED.

Ad Blockers Are Making Money Off Ads (And Tracking, Too)

For publishers and advertisers, Internet ad blockers are a scourge. But the blockers also have to pay the bills. The post Ad Blockers Are Making Money Off Ads (And Tracking, Too)appeared first on WIRED.

AT&T Will Let You Get Cable TV Without Having Cable—Or a TV

Like anyone who’s been paying attention, AT&T knows that the future of TV lies beyond the cable box and satellite dish. The post AT&T Will Let You Get Cable TV Without Having Cable—Or a TV appeared first on WIRED.

Data, Not Dirt, Is the GOP’s Last Defense Against Trump

Sticks and stones won’t break Trump’s bones, but data could bruise him. The post Data, Not Dirt, Is the GOP’s Last Defense Against Trump appeared first on WIRED.

Twitter, Google and AP Launch Tool To Monitor Election Buzz

Who’s creating the most buzz? We’ll give you one guess. The post Twitter, Google and AP Launch Tool To Monitor Election Buzz appeared first on WIRED.

Net Neutrality Is in More Danger Than Ever

Last year’s FCC decision to regulate internet providers like phone companies heralded a new era of net neutrality. So far it hasn’t worked out that way. The post Net Neutrality Is in More Danger Than Ever appeared first on WIRED.

Bernie Sanders’ Backers Hope ‘Facebanking’ Will Pull Super Tuesday Votes

Using Facebook to get voters to the polls feels very 2016. But maybe we need a better name for it. The post Bernie Sanders’ Backers Hope ‘Facebanking’ Will Pull Super Tuesday Votes appeared first on WIRED.

The FCC Wants to Make Cord-Cutting As Painless As Possible

There’s still some stuff you just can’t find online, and federal regulators want to know why. The post The FCC Wants to Make Cord-Cutting As Painless As Possible appeared first onWIRED.