What Happens If Trump Seizes AI Companies
The administration could exert much greater control over the industry—but just how far would it go?
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AI’s Next Frontier: People Skills
Imagine a chatbot that actually knows how to talk to you.
The Strange Origin of AI’s ‘Reasoning’ Abilities
It involves 4chan, of all places.
Is Schoolwork Optional Now?
Education is on the verge of becoming fully automated.
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Happy Tax Season, Crypto Bros
For everyone who bet big on last year’s NFT boom, Uncle Sam’s bill is coming due.
The Price of Privacy
Who gets to keep a secret in a hyperconnected world?
Of Course Elon Musk Wanted Twitter
The CEO of SpaceX and Tesla—and the richest person in the world—is obsessed with his version of free speech.
TikTok Has a Problem
Why is the app so focused on abusive “investigations,” and is there any way to make it stop?
RT America, You Were Very Weird and Bad
The Russia-funded news network staffed by American journalists shut down this month. What was it even trying to do?
Sorry, I Lied About Fake News
A false tweet really does move faster than the truth.
The QAnon Dog Whistle at the SCOTUS Confirmation Hearings
Republicans invited a lawyer from QAnon’s favorite nonprofit to weigh in on Ketanji Brown Jackson.
It’s a Great Time to Hoard Nickels
The Ukraine crisis has shaken up prices—and sent some Americans scrambling for coins.
Feeling Herd
What I learned from a steer named Chico
The Rule of Thumb That Can Save You Money on Gas
The key to coping with high gas prices is better driving habits.