Skip to main content
Menu
Wired
SECURITY
POLITICS
THE BIG STORY
BUSINESS
SCIENCE
CULTURE
REVIEWS
Menu
Wired
Account
Account
Newsletters
Security
Politics
The Big Story
Business
Science
Culture
ReviewsChevron
MoreExpand
The Big InterviewMagazineEventsWIRED InsiderWIRED Consulting
Newsletters
Podcasts
Video
Merch
SearchSearch
Sign In
Sign In
Bruce Sterling
Dec 21, 2017 7:08 AM

Industry consolidation

Chip mergers in Fortune magazine

chips_companies_history.png

Read More
Google, Microsoft, and Meta Have Stopped Publishing Workforce Diversity Data
Google, Microsoft, and Meta Have Stopped Publishing Workforce Diversity Data
Other big tech companies including Amazon, Apple, and Nvidia have continued their annual disclosures this year even as the Trump administration cracks down on DEI.
Amazon’s House of David Used Over 350 AI Shots in Season 2. Its Creator Isn’t Sorry
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.
Lice Checks, Crafts, and Being Touched by Strangers: Inside a Role-Playing ASMR Spa
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.
AI of a Thousand Faces
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.
The Government Shutdown Is a Ticking Cybersecurity Time Bomb
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.
Is a Robot Vacuum Worth It?
Is a Robot Vacuum Worth It?
It’s not for everyone, but sometimes my robot vacuum is my only friend.
Walmart Promo Codes for November 2025
Walmart Promo Codes for November 2025
Score $10 off with our Walmart coupon and shop flash deals up to 65% off today.
Melania Trump Used as ‘Window-Dressing’ in Elaborate Memecoin Fraud, Legal Filing Claims
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.
Our Favorite Premium TV Is $500 Off
Our Favorite Premium TV Is $500 Off
Save a chunk of cash on the amazing 65-inch LG G5 OLED.
Western Digital Promo Code: November 2025
Western Digital Promo Code: November 2025
Get 10% off your first order at Western Digital when you register your email.
Claude Goes to Therapy
Claude Goes to Therapy
Who better to put Claude on the couch than the original “chatterbot” herself, Doctor Eliza?
TikTok Shop Is Now the Size of eBay
TikTok Shop Is Now the Size of eBay
TikTok’s ecommerce arm has kept growing steadily, despite tariffs and never-ending debates over whether the platform should be banned.
WIRED
WIRED is where tomorrow is realized. It is the essential source of information and ideas that make sense of a world in constant transformation. The WIRED conversation illuminates how technology is changing every aspect of our lives—from culture to business, science to design. The breakthroughs and innovations that we uncover lead to new ways of thinking, new connections, and new industries.

  • Subscribe
  • Newsletters
  • Travel
  • FAQ
  • WIRED Staff
  • WIRED Education
  • Editorial Standards
  • Archive
  • RSS
  • Site Map
  • Accessibility Help

  • Reviews
  • Buying Guides
  • Mattresses
  • Electric Bikes
  • Soundbars
  • Streaming Guides
  • Wearables
  • TVs
  • Coupons
  • Gift Guides
  • Advertise
  • Contact Us
  • Manage Account
  • Jobs
  • Press Center
  • Condé Nast Store
  • User Agreement
  • Privacy Policy
  • Your California Privacy Rights

© 2025 Condé Nast. All rights reserved. WIRED may earn a portion of sales from products that are purchased through our site as part of our Affiliate Partnerships with retailers. The material on this site may not be reproduced, distributed, transmitted, cached or otherwise used, except with the prior written permission of Condé Nast. Ad Choices

Select international site
  • Italia
  • Japón
  • Czech Republic & Slovakia
  • Facebook
  • X
  • Pinterest
  • YouTube
  • Instagram
  • Tiktok