Technology
Uncovering and explaining how our digital world is changing — and changing us.
In just a year, the Chinese-owned TikTok has become Gen Z’s favorite place to goof off, and a subject of skepticism from politicians.
Trump wants to crack down on EVs, but the industry is stronger than ever.
So what happened to that wall AI was supposed to hit?
If you’re a professional TikTok creator, it’s probably time to get a new job.
From battery-powered stoves to health-tracking clothes, what’s on display at the tech industry’s biggest trade show is curiously exciting.
Apple is poised to pay $95 million to users, but denies Siri was eavesdropping on purpose.
Laws in Australia, Florida, and elsewhere could end up backfiring.
Mark Zuckerberg’s efforts to cozy up to Trump have concerning consequences.
The Supreme Court case asking if the government can ban TikTok is easier than it looks.
The US does need more skilled workers. But that’s not all it needs.
From tariffs and a Trump/Elon break-up to artificial general intelligence, here’s what could happen in 2025, according to the Future Perfect team.
The four ways Trump could potentially preserve the app.
The 24 forecasts we made in 2024, revisited.
It wasn’t the easiest year, but 2024 was not without its bright spots.
Why young people are getting cancer, problems with OpenAI, and the little intelligence agency that could.
That bodes poorly for his agenda next year.
Drivers and delivery workers are trying to disrupt Amazon’s Christmas package deliveries.
The tech innovations that made the world a slightly better place this year.
The federal law targeting TikTok takes effect January 19. The Supreme Court appears likely to resolve this case by then.
Thousands of people were convinced they were seeing drone swarms. Get used to it.
The Taiwan invasion everyone fears might never happen. Here’s what could take place instead.
The stories that will endure from a wild year.
Millions would be better off if the US changed its joint filing system.
If you’re still skeptical of using AI in your life, try our One Annoying Chore Test.
Microsoft wants an AI companion to follow you around the web. This is only the beginning.
How the dessert company taps into the never-ending cycle of hyper-consumption.
TikTok faces an impending court decision this week. But the fight might not end there.
Maybe — but it matters much less than you think.
Recycle your old electronics. It’s easy, we promise.
Yes, you can use an app as your checking account — but there are risks.
We’ve never seen a political donor this loud, proud, and culturally influential.
Elon Musk wants to slash trillions in “waste.” Good luck, buddy!
The government’s effort to break up Google will take years. Why not ditch Chrome now?
Buying refurbished devices saves you money — and helps the planet.
AI is not a “stochastic parrot,” It’s a mirror, says the philosopher.
Trump shunned Project 2025. He’s picking its authors for Cabinet positions anyway.
As more users flee X, a clearer, sunnier social media age is dawning.
Tariffs and rebate cuts are coming for your favorite gadgets and appliances.
The new presidential commission sounds like a joke. It isn’t.