Apr 27, 2018 6:08 PM

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Lice Checks, Crafts, and Being Touched by Strangers: Inside a Role-Playing ASMR Spa

Tinglesbar incorporates ASMR into elementary school and doctor’s visits simulations, offering a social haven for introverts.

Is a Robot Vacuum Worth It?

It’s not for everyone, but sometimes my robot vacuum is my only friend.

Amazon’s House of David Used Over 350 AI Shots in Season 2. Its Creator Isn’t Sorry

The show, which follows David’s ascent to King of Israel, used four times as much AI this season, including for many of its battle scenes.

AI of a Thousand Faces

What happens now that AI is everywhere and in everything? WIRED can’t tell the future, but we can try to make sense of it. Behold: 17 readings from the furthest reaches of the AI age.

WIRED Roundup: Satellites Data Leak, Cybertrucks, Politicized Federal Workers

In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we run through the top stories of the week, including security concerns from satellites leaking sensitive data and the experiences of undeterred Cybertruck owners.

Claude Goes to Therapy

Who better to put Claude on the couch than the original “chatterbot” herself, Doctor Eliza?

Melania Trump Used as ‘Window-Dressing’ in Elaborate Memecoin Fraud, Legal Filing Claims

The first lady of the United States became a pawn in an intricate memecoin scam that resulted in millions of dollars in losses, crypto investors have alleged.

Scenes From Saturday's Nationwide ‘No Kings’ Protests

Organizers say the “No Kings” protests drew more than 7 million people across 2,700 cities. The crowds included high-profile politicians, A-list celebrities, and more than a few creative inflatables.

The 4 Things You Need for a Tech Bubble

On this episode of Uncanny Valley, guest Brian Merchant walks us through a historical framework he used to analyze whether AI fits the classic signs of an economic bubble—and what that means for all of us.

The Government Shutdown Is a Ticking Cybersecurity Time Bomb

Many critical systems are still being maintained, and the cloud provides some security cover. But experts say that any lapses in protections like patching and monitoring could expose government systems.

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The Former Staffer Calling Out OpenAI’s Erotica Claims

Steven Adler used to lead product safety at OpenAI. On this week’s episode of The Big Interview, he talks about what AI users should know about their bots.