Timef 02/06/2026

Moscow’s forces fighting in Ukraine are experiencing outages on the front, Russian military bloggers said, days after Elon Musk said his satellite service had cut them off.

ICE has used Mobile Fortify to identify immigrants and citizens alike over 100,000 times, by one estimate. It wasn't built to work like that—and only got approved after DHS abandoned its own privacy rules.

The new model is build to accelerate the capabilities of Codex, the agentic coding tool OpenAI launched earlier this week.

AI is up, and traffic is down. Here's how I set a new all-time high for leads last year despite AI offering summaries on 21% of all searches.

These swoon-worthy deals on WIRED-tested date night boxes, sex toys, and other gadgets will make your Valentine's Day extra sweet.

An alleged ransomware attack has taken down the systems of the Sapienza University of Rome.

By playing pretend with an ape, scientists found a human hallmark in our closest living relative: the capacity for make-believe.

Global brands often mistake local pushback for execution failure. From the inside, it is usually a sign that trust and credibility have not yet been earned.

We’re starting to see the idea of Musk-owned orbital AI data clusters cohere into an actual plan.

A recent report found that carbon emissions caused by the Milano Cortina Olympics could lead to the loss of 5.5 square kilometers of snowpack and millions of metric tons of glacial ice.

A new lawsuit includes a horrifying transcript of a 911 call made from inside a burning Tesla vehicle.

Retailers are shifting from transactions to experiences, as gamification, social connection and community combat digital fatigue and drive growth.

Get ready for some selfies that are out of this world.

The new book The Wall Dancers explores the uneasy relationship between Chinese internet users and a government that is always watching.

OpenAI launched Frontier, a new platform designed for enterprises to build and deploy agents while treating them like human employees.

Upgrade to a full day of battery life and new health features.

Founder intuition is a growth accelerator, not a governance model.

BitLocker encryption keys provided to law enforcement by Microsoft raise concerns about digital privacy as encrypted data becomes accessible to authorities with valid warrants.

The newest version of Anthropic's model is designed to broaden its appeal.

The JLab Blue XL Speaker Headphones are wearable portable speakers that look like huge headphones. You can buy a pair for $100.

As of Feb. 5, get the budget-priced Nothing Ear (a) wireless earbuds for their lowest price yet.

The government website is meant to connect Americans with drug companies to buy prescriptions directly with their own money. It is not clear how many patients will save money.

The Shokz OpenDots One, Mashable's favorite open earbuds, are on sale for $169.95 at Amazon. That's 15% in savings.

Cryptocurrency markets are in a free fall.

AI startups like Clay and ElevenLabs are using early liquidity to keep their best talent.

As of Feb 5, the Amazon Echo Dot Max is back down to its record low price of $79.99. Shop now and save $20 for 20% off.

President Donald Trump made a deal in May to send 500,000 of the most advanced U.S. AI chips to the United Arab Emirates.

Launched last September, Vibes lets you create and share short-form AI-generated videos and access a dedicated feed that displays AI videos from others.

The Anker Solix E10 power module with battery is on sale at Amazon for $4,299, down from the standard price of $5,799. That's a 26% discount.

Investors are expected to focus on cloud growth, AI spending and the recent layoffs in Amazon's corporate workforce.

U.S. employers announced 108,435 layoffs in January — the most to start a year since the 2009 financial crisis.

The fusion power startup recently completed some experiments at Sandia National Laboratory's Z Machine and shared the results exclusively with TechCrunch.

BoE governor Andrew Bailey told CNBC that the U.K. is set to meet its inflation target ahead of schedule.

The 2025 Amazon 4-Series 4K Fire TV is on sale for its best price ever in every size. Save up to 40%.

Bad Bunny's emotional reaction to winning Album of the Year and the 2026 Grammys has become the internet's new favorite reaction meme.

Valve updated fans on the launch plans for the Steam Machine, which is on track to be released in 2026.

As of Feb. 5, get the DJI Mini 4K Camera Drone Combo for its lowest price yet.

The DJI Osmo Action 4 Essential Combo is on sale at Amazon for $199, down from the list price of $289. That's a 31% discount.

The symbolism in the trailer for Peacock's "The Miniature Wife" is hard to miss, starring Elizabeth Banks and Matthew Macfadyen,

Bill Ready called the engineers' behavior "obstructionist" after they created software to identify which employees were laid off during the company's restructuring.

As of Feb. 5, we've rounded up the best savings from Apple. The best savings are on the Apple Watch Series 11, AirTag 4-pack, and AirPods 4 but there are plenty more deals to explore.

Save 53% on the DJI Mic Mini and 43% on the DJI Power 1000 V2 portable power station.

Implementing a pilot contract is beneficial to startups and enterprises alike — here's why.

Genki Kawamura and Kentaro Hirase's adaptation of Kotake Create's 2023 mystery game "The Exit 8" looks like a chilling, freaky ride.

The administration's $12 billion stockpile of critical minerals is aimed at blunting China's influence. But it also revels the direction of the global economy.

The Skyrover S1 Mini Drone is on sale at Amazon for $60 off with an on-page coupon. It makes a great DJI drone alternative.

Nintendo started off Thursday right by showing off a bunch of upcoming Switch and Switch 2 games.

The ransomware attack at Conduent allowed hackers to steal a "significant number of individuals’ personal information" from the govtech giant's systems. Conduent handles personal and health data of more than 100 million people across America.

As of Feb. 5, get the iRestore LED Face Mask for its lowest price ever at Amazon.

During a dive off Argentina, scientists documented a rare jellyfish discovered a little over a century ago and seldom seen since, as well as the fish that keep it company.

Food makers will now be able to claim that their products have “no artificial colors,” so long as they use dyes that are not petroleum based.

Joseph Yracheta was in charge of a repository that compiled and protected tribal health data. Then its funding was cut.

Fundamental has built a new foundation model to solve an old problem: how to draw insights from the huge quantities of structured data produced by enterprises.

Motorola partnered with Polar to make an Android smartwatch that delivers improved fitness stats.

The commercials mocked ChatGPT's new campaign, causing the OpenAI CEO to rage against his rival on X.

With ChatGPT Shopping rolling out now, this is what will make brands succeed.

Peloton's product overhaul was designed to bring in new customers and encourage existing members to trade up. Instead, shoppers turned away from higher prices.

Substack said that customer data was accessed in October 2025, but wasn't discovered until early February.

ElevenLabs CEO argued at Web Summit Qatar that voice is the next interface for AI, as OpenAI, Google, and Apple push conversational systems into wearables, new hardware, and everyday interactions.

Novo Nordisk and Eli Lilly fell after Hims & Hers said it will offer a copy of the Wegovy pill for $49, far less than the $149 Novo sells the branded pill for.

San Ramon, Calif., has been rattled by dozens of small earthquakes in recent months. Even in a region used to regular shaking, it’s been a lot.

Frontier can work with OpenAI agents, enterprise-build agents, as well as agents from third parties like Google, Microsoft and Anthropic.

ExpressVPN is rolling out a suite of new and reworked digital security tools: ExpressAI, ExpressMailGuard, ExpressKeys, and Identity Defender.

Eliminate subscription costs from your budget with this Microsoft Office and Windows 11 Pro deal.

With the recent narrative centering on a no-hire, no-fire labor market, the data suggests that the layoff part of the equation could be stepping up.

Brad Karp’s resignation as chairman of the law firm Paul Weiss underscores a further reflection in the corporate world over the latest revelations.

James Acaster appeared on "Late Night with Seth Meyers" for what turned out to be a chaotic and unhinged interview.

Economists believe the central bank will be comfortable with the inflation rate where it is, for now, but are watching for signs of disinflation.

Spotify's Page Match feature for bookworms is here. Here's how to use it.

As of Feb. 5, the Fire TV Stick 4K Max is on sale at Amazon for $39.99, 33% off its list price of $59.99.

AI chat app "Chat & Ask AI" reportedly exposed 300 million private messages from 25+ million users, including conversations about suicide and illegal acts.

The iPhone feature is getting press after foiling the FBI. But just know it's "extreme protection."

The company said it now has 325 million paying users across Google One and YouTube Premium, up from 300 million users three months earlier.

"The Daily Show" host Michael Kosta has responded to footage of Trump insulting CNN correspondent Kaitlan Collins during a recent press conference.

Economists give their forecasts for when the next rate cut could take place in 2026.

Spotify is letting users purchase physical books through its app and introducing Page Match, a feature that lets readers seamlessly switch between physical books, e-books, and audiobooks.

Spotify users in the U.S. and the UK will soon be able to buy physical books in the app. There's also a new tool that syncs physical books to audiobooks.

Thread is a mesh networking protocol that connects low-power smart home gadgets, and it’s one of Matter’s underlying technologies.

Some market watchers have suggested $70,000 is a key level to watch and a break below that could lead to more falls for bitcoin.

As of Feb. 5, the black Sony WH-CH720N headphones are on sale at Amazon for $94.95, 47% off their list price of $179.99.

From world-class athletes to the stars of Heated Rivalry, torchbearers are selected for their inspiring stories. Here’s what to know about the people carrying the flame for the 2026 Winter Olympics.

How this four-time Paralympic medalist controls her controllables under the spotlight.

Answers to each clue for the Feb. 5, 2026 edition of NYT's The Mini crossword puzzle.

Jimmy Kimmel has responded to the "Melania" documentary apparently selling $7 million worth of tickets.

Alphabet shares continued its decline on Thursday after the company said it would hugely increase its AI spending in 2026.

Huawei’s and Xiaomi’s flagship devices are packed with impressive features, but Apple is dominating the Chinese smartphone market again—for now.

Find the best TV deal. Save 30% on the Hisense 55-Inch Canvas TV at Amazon.

Pandora, known for its charm bracelets, is trying to reduce its exposure to the volatility in silver prices, the latest setback for a company also facing wary consumers and steep tariffs.

Entertainment about or made with artificial intelligence has been missing the mark with viewers over the past year.

U.K. bond yields ticked higher Thursday morning as faith in Starmer's leadership was shaken yet again.

As of Feb. 5, the 55-Inch Roku Plus Series Smart Mini-LED TV has dropped back to its lowest-ever price at Amazon of $348, 30% off its list price of $499.99.

Super Bowl LX between the Seahawks and Patriots is almost upon us, but how does one watch it without cable?

Get the best robot vacuum deal on Amazon. Save 40% on the roborock Qrevo CurvX at Amazon right now.

Find out how to watch Oscar Best Picture nominee "Hamnet" at home, including when and where it will be streaming.

Get the best Beats deal. Save 51% on the Beats Studio Pro at Amazon.

WK Kellogg is promoting Raisin Bran with William Shatner during the big game as cereal sales decline. It’s also tapping the latest health and wellness trend.

Find the best running earbuds at Amazon. Save 17% on the Shokz OpenRun Pro 2 at Amazon.

If you're only watching the Super Bowl for Bad Bunny, we've got you covered for when to tune in.

Sony XM5 noise-canceling headphones are $101.99 off at Amazon, dropping to $298, and saving you $100 compared to the XM6s.

Martin Weil, one of hundreds being laid off at The Post, has worked on local news there since 1965, witnessing the paper’s rise and now retrenchment.