Block plans to revive the Bitcoin “faucet” model on April 6 through a new site, btc.day, as Jack Dorsey pushes another public effort tied to Bitcoin access and education. Summary Block will relaunch the Bitcoin faucet on April 6 through a new countdown site, btc.day. The company has not disclosed claim rules, eligibility, or total…
A WIRED investigation based on Department of Homeland Security records this week revealed the identities of paramilitary Border Patrol agents who frequently used force against civilians during Operation Midway Blitz in Chicago last fall. Several of the agents, WIRED found, appeared in similar operations in other states around the US. Customs and Border Protection may…
Iran has eased restrictions for Iraq, allowing unrestricted transit through the Strait of Hormuz and reopening borders for trade and pilgrims. The odds for a US-Iran ceasefire by April 7 have dropped to 1.1% YES, down from 12% a week ago. This move indicates a de-escalation with Iraq, but US-Iran tensions remain high. The market…
Founders Fund has made its name backing what Peter Thiel calls “zero to one” companies — businesses that don’t just improve on existing ideas but create something entirely new. Its portfolio includes Facebook, SpaceX, and Palantir. Its latest bet is a New Zealand startup that puts solar-powered smart collars on cows. Halter, which closed a…
Key Takeaways: Human.tech launched a wallet infrastructure enabling AI agents with cryptographic safeguards. EU AI Act, taking effect Aug 2026, makes human oversight central to autonomous wallet operations. Human Passport now counts 3M users, securing $500M and backed by $3B in restaked ETH. Human-in-the-Loop Guardrails Human.tech recently unveiled a new wallet infrastructure built for artificial…
Bitcoin sales by Riot, MARA, and Nakamoto demonstrate how major holders are managing treasury assets in the present volatile climate. In the first quarter of 2026, three major companies made massive Bitcoin sales, in what appears to be a significant change in their treasury strategies. As the broader financial market reels under geopolitical turmoil,…
As the new quarter kicks off, investors are eager to find the next crypto to explode, but with so many projects in the market, it can be tricky to separate the promising from the overhyped. Some cryptocurrencies are capturing attention with rapid price moves and short-term momentum, while others are quietly building real-world utility, strong…
RuPaul’s Drag Race fans are calling out the show over alleged use of AI-generated artwork. SEE ALSO: Put Dr. Kelson from ’28 Years Later: The Bone Temple’ on ‘RuPaul’s Drag Race’ The artwork appears in Season 18, episode 14, when host RuPaul Charles “paints” portraits of contestants Juicy Love Dion, Myki Meeks, Darlene Mitchell, and…
Ethereum stayed near $2,050 on April 4 as traders weighed price resistance, ETF outflows, and fresh staking activity from the Ethereum Foundation. Summary Ethereum stayed near $2,050 as foundation staking approached 70,000 ETH and resistance held near $2,150. US spot Ethereum ETFs ended the week negative, with more than $42 million withdrawn overall. Analysts said…
Honorable Mentions During the winter, a whole WIRED crew tests ski clothes almost constantly. Here are a few other items that we like. Courtesy of REI Hestra Fall Line 3-Finger Gloves for $152: I’ve long admired Hestra gloves from across the lift line, impressed by the Swedish company’s elegant stitchwork and thoughtful design touches. This…
