The Evolution of Silicon Valley: From Defense to Consumer and Beyond
Silicon Valley's values have evolved over decades, influenced by both the counterculture and the pursuit of wealth. The industry's history is complex and multifaceted.
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The Search for Silicon Valley's Most Powerful Woman: A Deeper Look
In 2026, the quest for the most powerful woman in Silicon Valley remains challenging, raising questions about the role of women in tech.
Women Still Face Too Much Bullshit in Silicon Valley and Beyond
Former WIRED intern Katie Courtney shares her experiences of sexism and gender bias in tech, highlighting the need for change.
Why Silicon Valley Still Feels Like a Boys' Club: A Comprehensive Guide
Wired investigates the gender dynamics in Silicon Valley, highlighting the challenges faced by women in tech and the lack of interest in discussing gender issues.
Silicon Valley Doesn't Get Why You Hate AI
Technology leaders don’t seem to understand society’s gripes about AI, but boy, are they posting through.
Silicon Valley’s Next IPO Billionaires Are Coming. Nonprofits Are Ready for Them
Anthropic and OpenAI employees are expected to give generously after their companies go public.
Silicon Valley Is Completely Divided Over Chinese AI
The AI “startups” worth billions of dollars are raising alarm bells about Chinese AI.
China’s Open AI Models Are Challenging Silicon Valley’s Playbook
As access to Anthropic’s and OpenAI’s frontier models becomes more restricted, Chinese labs are pitching their open-source alternatives as stable, accessible, and increasingly.
Navigating the Wealth Boom: Insights from Silicon Valley’s Elite Wealth Managers
Silicon Valley’s elite wealth managers are advising tech clients on how to strategically manage their newfound riches, from forming family offices to navigating lock-up periods and tax minimization strategies.
The Biggest Pro-AI Super PAC Network Didn’t Really Impact the Midterms
Leading the Future, backed by Silicon Valley’s biggest billionaires, had a war chest of $100 million and an aggressive stance against AI regulation. All of it didn’t add up to much on Tuesday night.
How a Contractor’s Claude Agent Got Into the Pentagon
This week on Uncanny Valley, we also discuss Anthropic’s IPO filing and the volunteers gearing up to counter ICE at the midterms.
Mark Zuckerberg's Decision to Stay in California: A Comprehensive Guide
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg has agreed to live in Silicon Valley for eight years, potentially exposing himself to billions of dollars in one-time taxes if California voters approve a contentious ballot measure.
We Got Hot and Heavy With Meta’s Muse—and Baffled by Apple’s HomeView
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we dive into an unexpected Muse feature, shadowy spending from the largest pro-AI super PAC, and men’s tendency to lie about how much they know about.
30 Best Tech Books to Gift in 2026: Biographies, Startup Histories, Exposés
Discover biographies, company histories, and exposés that illuminate the rise and fall of tech giants and characters in this curated list of must-read books.
The Biggest Pro-AI Super PAC Network Has Poured Millions Into Nevada Shell Companies
Backed by Silicon Valley titans, Leading the Future has raised huge sums to promote pro-AI candidates on both side of.
Midterm Elections Will Shape the Future of Data Centers
Data centers are at the center of a heated political debate, with candidates across the aisle vying for control of the industry’s fate.
Elon Musk’s Midterm Spending Spree: Targeting Critical Senate Races
WIRED’s Uncanny Valley dives into Elon Musk’s America PAC’s spending strategy and the stakes for AI safety.
Trump Administration Suspends Tech Companies from Critical Immigration Program
The Trump administration has suspended major tech companies from a key immigration program, affecting hundreds of thousands of jobs and sparking controversy.
The Impact of Musk's Ex-Wives and Partners in the New Documentary: A Critical Portrait
The new documentary reveals the complex relationships of Elon Musk's exes, shedding light on his rise and fall in Silicon Valley.
Trump’s ‘Morally Binding’ AI ‘Accord,’ the Rise of AI Agents, and Extremists on the Ballot
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we discuss the voluntary AI safety agreement tech executives signed, AI agents for normies, and extremist candidates running for office in the US.
The Untold Story: Who Killed Paulina Borsook’s Career?
Paulina Borsook's career resurgence is a mystery, but her early insights into tech's human side may have been her undoing.
WIRED World Fair: A Technological and Cultural Odyssey in Miami
WIRED reinvents the World’s Fair tradition with a day-long event in Miami, featuring cutting-edge technology, AI experts, and cultural influencers.
Here’s What the AI Apocalypse Could Look Like
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” we discuss three possible AI doomsday scenarios, AI safety, and the unexpected bipartisan alliance forming against.
WIRED@Night: Análise de Mulheres, Tecnologia e Potência
WIRED apresenta um podcast especial sobre o papel das mulheres na tecnologia e na política, com discussões sobre o estado atual e a história do setor.
The Impact of the Postpandemic Tech Bust: How Inflation and Interest Rate Hikes Hit Tech Giants
Tech giants suffered severe losses due to inflation and interest rate hikes, leading to layoffs and budget cuts.
AI Agents Are Thirsty for Power
Silicon Valley is shifting away from chatbot queries toward a future filled with resource-intensive agentic AI—and it's driving the data center.
Emily St. John Mandel’s 'Exit Party': Imagining a Surveillance State
Emily St. John Mandel’s novel explores a future where a spy could disappear. Her childhood observation of the Internal Intelligence Service informs her writing.
US Army Uses High-Energy Laser to Neutralize Drones Near Mexico Border
US Army uses high-energy laser to shoot down drones, targeting drug trafficking and illegal immigration.
AI Agents Are Hacking Systems. Could That Push the US and China to Cooperate?
This week on “Uncanny Valley,” senior writer Will Knight talks his recent visit to China and the future of AI.
Planning Ahead: Your Complete Guide to the Next Two Solar Eclipses
Learn how to plan for the upcoming solar eclipses in 2027 and 2028, with detailed information on viewing locations and durations.