Wired is an influential American magazine that explores the intersections of emerging technologies with culture, the economy, and politics, focusing on innovation and digital trends. Launched in January 1993 by Louis Rossetto and Jane Metcalfe, it quickly became a flagship voice for the digital revolution. Published bimonthly in print and continuously online by Condé Nast, the magazine features in-depth articles, interviews, and analyses on topics ranging from artificial intelligence and biotechnology to societal transformations, futuristic ideas, science, and business. It emphasizes optimistic narratives about innovation, often portraying Silicon Valley technologists, entrepreneurs, and investors as drivers of progress, while critiquing government regulators and technology skeptics. Its distinctive visual style and provocative tone have made it a cultural touchstone. Wired's digital evolution began with Hotwired.com in October 1994, marking one of the first websites to offer original content and attract major advertising. Today, it maintains a robust online presence at Wired.com alongside its print edition, and extends its brand through events. The magazine has faced challenges including a reported data breach in December 2025 and layoffs during the COVID-19 pandemic. Throughout its history, Wired has been both praised for illuminating technological breakthroughs and critiqued for its pro-innovation bias, continuing to shape discourse on how technology reshapes industries, connections, and ways of thinking.