North Korean Scammers Are Doing Architectural Design Now 10. October 2025 (11:00) New research shows that North Koreans appear to be trying to trick US companies into hiring them to develop architectural designs using fake profiles, résumés, and Social Security numbers.(Wired)
How China Is Hoping to Attract Tech Talent 09. October 2025 (22:39) In this episode of Uncanny Valley, we uncover how America's new $100,000 H-1B golden visa has thrown tech workers and their employers into chaos.(Wired)
Europe Pledges $600 Billion for Clean Energy Projects in Africa 09. October 2025 (18:05) The EU’s Global Gateway plan is challenging China’s Belt and Road Initiative to influence Africa, by providing funding that will expand access to electricity.(Wired)
He Wrote a Book About Antifa. Death Threats Are Driving Him Out of the US 09. October 2025 (17:55) Rutgers historian Mark Bray is trying to flee to Spain after after an online campaign from far-right influencers was followed by death threats. He was turned back at the airport on his first attempt.(Wired)
How Hong Kong Gave Rise to Labubu 09. October 2025 (17:40) How Hong Kong gave rise to Labubu and a designer toy movement now shaping global culture.(Wired)
Covid Shots Are About to Be Widely Available Again 09. October 2025 (16:24) The CDC no longer broadly recommends the Covid-19 vaccine, but US residents will still be able to get one if they want.(Wired)
