World Powers Say They Want to Contain AI. They’re Also Racing to Advance It

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View in browser  |  Your newsletter preferences 11.02.23 FAST FORWARD | 3-MINUTE READ World Powers Say They Want to Contain AI. They're Also Racing to Advance It BY WILL KNIGHT The US, China, and others signed a declaration coordinated by the UK warning AI could be "catastrophic." Yet none seem to be suggesting development of the technology should slow down. SAFETY MODE | 3-MINUTE READ Microsoft Does Damage Control With Its New 'Secure Future Initiative' BY ANA LILY AMIRPOUR Following a string of serious security incidents, Microsoft says it has a plan to deal with escalating threats from cybercriminals and state-backed hackers. BUYING GUIDE | 3-MINUTE READ The Best Pickleball Paddles for Every Type of Player BY MARTIN CIZMAR Paddles are getting more sophisticated and expensive. We spent months testing dozens to find our favorites. BUYING GUIDE | 8-MINUTE READ The Best Portable Storage Drives BY SCOTT GILBERTSON Need an ultrafast drive for video editing or a rugged option to back up your photos in the field? We've got a solution for every situation. Shopping season is just around the corner and WIRED is here to help. Sign up for our Deals newsletter to make sure you know about the best deals, sales, and WIRED-tested recommendations. SIGN ME UP ADVERTISEMENT GET WIRED Our Fall Sale is Officially live! Subscribe to WIRED for only $29.99 $5. That includes subscriber-only content like Steven Levy's Plaintext column, plus FREE WIRED stickers as a special bonus! BUYING GUIDE | 2-MINUTE READ The Best Wi-Fi Routers BY SIMON HILL Don't suffer the buffer. These WIRED-tested systems will deliver reliable internet across your home whatever your needs or budget. SMART WEAVE | 3-MINUTE READ These Cozy Jackets Have Giant Pockets Just so You Can Take Your Tablet Outdoors BY JULIAN CHOKKATTU Lenovo teamed up with fashion designers to make outerwear for carrying—and using—its Android tablets outside the home. Looking for a new job? Check out these featured listings and search for openings all over the world on jobs.wired.co.uk. Machine Tool Repair Technician Caterpillar Location: Lafayette, LA, USA APPLY NOW Machine operator Aldi Nord Location: Weyhe, Germany APPLY NOW BUYING GUIDE | 11-MINUTE READ Which Sonos Speakers Should You Buy? BY BRENDA STOLYAR From the Move to the Beam, we've tested nearly every speaker from the venerable brand. We like them all—but here are the best picks to fit your lifestyle. WIRED PODCASTS | 30-MINUTE READ Elon Musk Has Owned Twitter for a Year. And What a Year It's Been BY LAUREN GOODE, MICHAEL CALORE, AND BOONE ASHWORTH This week, we analyze all the changes at X during its first year under new ownership. LAST RESORTS | 7-MINUTE READ The UN Hired an AI Company to Untangle the Israeli-Palestinian Crisis BY DAVID GILBERT CulturePulse's AI model promises to create a realistic virtual simulation of every Israeli and Palestinian citizen. But don't roll your eyes: It's already been put to the test in other conflict zones. ADVERTISEMENT Have questions or comments? Reply to this email.   This email was sent to you by WIRED. To ensure delivery to your inbox (not bulk or junk folders), please add our email address, wired@newsletters.wired.com, to your address book.   View our Privacy Policy Unsubscribe or manage your newsletter subscriptions   Copyright © Condé Nast 2023. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved. Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom) Simple theme. Powered by Blogger.