The age-gated internet is herePLUS: An AI dark horse is rewriting the rules of game design. View in browser | Your newsletter preferences12.04.25 CULTURE The Age-Gated Internet Is Sweeping the US. Activists Are Fighting BackBY JASON PARHAM | 3-MINUTE READ Half of the country now requires age verification to watch porn or access “harmful” content. Digital rights advocates are pushing back against legislation they say will make the internet less safe. ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE An AI Dark Horse Is Rewriting the Rules of Game DesignBY WILL KNIGHT | 3-MINUTE READ The Chinese video game giant Tencent is now building some of the world’s best 3D AI models. This could have implications far outside gaming. POLITICS The Trump Administration Wants Immigrants to Self-Deport. It’s a Shit ShowBY VITTORIA ELLIOTT | 8-MINUTE READ The Trump administration has been virtually begging immigrants in the US to self-deport, even offering money. But some immigrants say it’s been nearly impossible.ADVERTISEMENT SECURITYThe Louisiana Department of Wildlife and Fisheries Is Detaining People for ICE BY CAROLINE HASKINS | 5-MINUTE READLouisiana's hunting and wildlife authority is one of more than 1,000 state and local agencies that have partnered with US immigration authorities this year alone. SCIENCE Today’s Cold Moon Is the Last Supermoon of the Year. Here’s How and When to View ItBY MARTA MUSSO | 2-MINUTE READ The best opportunity to view this spectacle will be shortly after sunset today. ELECTRIC VEHICLES BMW Is Betting Big on the New iX3. The Good News Is It’s SuperbBY JEREMY WHITE | 6-MINUTE READ BMW’s first car on its new EV platform has finally arrived. But will a big range, thumping charging tech, and a new driving brain that aims to deliver the ultimate ride be enough to beat China? DEAL OF THE DAY It’s Not too Late! The Auk Herb Planter Is Still on SaleBY KAT MERCK | 1-MINUTE READ Missed out on Cyber Monday? This stylish herb garden makes a great gift, and its discount is still live. ADVERTISEMENT Thanks for reading. Was this newsletter forwarded to you? Sign up here. Plus, browse more newsletters from WIRED. You’re receiving this email because you signed up for the Daily newsletter from WIRED. Manage your preferences | View our Privacy Policy | Unsubscribe Have questions or comments? Send us a message. Need help? Contact us. Copyright © Condé Nast 2025. One World Trade Center, New York, NY 10007. All rights reserved.
