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What Isaac Asimov’s Robbie Teaches About AI and How Minds 'Work'

When humans didn't know what moved the ocean and the sun, they granted those objects mental states. Something similar can happen with artificial intelligence. https://www.wired.com/story/artificial-intelligence-minds-science-fiction/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

16 Best Deals: Home Office and Dorm Room Essentials

We’ve got discounts for everyone, whether you’re gearing up for a new year of learning or just decking out your workstation. https://www.wired.com/story/weekend-deals-july-29-2023/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

I Looked Into Sam Altman’s Orb and All I Got Was This Lousy Crypto

Tools for Humanity has an iris-scanning Orb that decides whether you're human or a robot—and then gives you crypto. But is Worldcoin worth the price? https://www.wired.com/story/sam-altman-orb-worldcoin-tools-for-humanity/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

Heat Waves Aren’t Just Getting Hotter—They’re Stickier Too

This summer's extraordinary heat is but a preview of what's to come: Humidity not only makes daytime highs more miserable, it extends the hotness through the night. https://www.wired.com/story/heat-waves-arent-just-getting-hotter-theyre-sticker-too/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

'Candela Obscura' Stars on Magic and Play in an Oppressive World

Critical Role’s first Illuminated Worlds creation, Candela Obscura, is charting an optimistic path for future live-play games. We sat down with its star-studded cast. https://www.wired.com/story/candela-obscura-critical-role-cast-interview/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

The AI-Powered, Totally Autonomous Future of War Is Here

Ships without crews. Self-directed drone swarms. How a US Navy task force is using off-the-shelf robotics and artificial intelligence to prepare for the next age of conflict. https://www.wired.com/story/ai-powered-totally-autonomous-future-of-war-is-here/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger

TP-Link Tapo RV10 Plus Review: No Maps, Self-Emptying

If you don’t have small doorways or carpets, this is probably the best robot vacuum-mop for you. https://www.wired.com/review/tp-link-tapo-rv10-plus/?utm_source=dlvr.it&utm_medium=blogger