How will banks be regulated in the future and what does this mean for your savings? Sarah Kocianski, Head of Research, 11FS shared recent findings with Louise Beaumont, Chair, Open Banking and Payments Working Group at WIRED Smarter 2020. "Sustainability doesn't mean profitability." ABOUT WIRED SMARTER Curated by WIRED’s award-winning editorial team, WIRED Smarter gathers the disruptive minds across business, technology, retail, finance and politics to investigate how innovation, technological advances and world events are changing the way we interact with customers. CONNECT WITH WIRED Events: http://wired.uk/events Subscribe for Events Information: http://wired.uk/signup Web: http://bit.ly/VideoWired Twitter: http://bit.ly/TwitterWired Facebook: http://bit.ly/FacebookWired Instagram: http://bit.ly/InstagramWired Magazine: http://bit.ly/MagazineWired Newsletter: http://bit.ly/NewslettersWired

Herman Narula is the co-founder and CEO of Improbable, a gaming startup which enables developers to make extraordinary multiplayer games. At WIRED Live 2020, Herman explores the impact of virtual worlds around us, with an exclusive look at a COVID simulation.

Artist and stage designer Es Devlin has created stage sculptures for Beyoncé, Billie Eilish, the WEEKND and U2 and now at WIRED Live, she discusses her approach to creativity; AI as a creative tool; and the future of live experiences. "The practice has changed beyond recognition."

Jamie Hagiya, a CrossFit gym owner and coach, answers Twitter's burning questions about CrossFit. What even is the point of a burpee? How do you start with learning how to tire flip? Is CrossFit better than traditional lifting? Should you eat before doing CrossFit? Jamie answers all these questions and demonstrates the proper technique to use for various workouts.

For a third time, dialect coach Erik Singer takes us on a tour of different accents across English-speaking North America. Erik, along with a host of other linguists and language experts, takes a look at some of the most interesting and distinct accents around the United States, Mexico and Canada. Host: Erik Singer Director: Alice Roth Producer: Alyssa Marino & Erik Singer Director of Photography: Charlie Jordan Production Manager: Morgan Winters Editor: Justin Sloan Post Production Manager: Nick Ascanio Head of Programming for WIRED: Chris Conti Linguists: Nicole Holliday, Megan Figueroa, Sunn m’Cheaux, & Kalina Newmark Dialect demonstrations: Amani Dorn Language Nest Revitalization Efforts in Hawaii footage courtesy of ʻŌiwiTV and ʻAha Pūnana Le A huge special thanks to: Pamela Vanderway Eliza Simpson James N. Stanford Nacole Walker Justin McBride Zachary Cooper Reg Charging International Dialects of English Archive The Language & Life Project Talkin’ Tar Heel, How Our Voices Tell the Story of North Carolina Dr. Walt Wolfram ʻŌiwiTV and ʻAha Pūnana Le

Yo-Yo Ma uses the power of Twitter to answer some common questions about playing cello. Would Yo-Yo Ma ever collaborate with a rapper? Why is it that in every movie the cellist plays Bach's Cello Suite No. 1? Why are cellos so expensive? Can you hurt you arm playing the cello? Yo-Yo answers all these questions and much, much more.

Victor M. Sweeney, a licensed funeral director and mortician, answers the internet's burning questions about dead bodies and the funeral director profession. When someone dies, what happens to their poo? If a person dies with contacts in...does a mortician take them out? Will your cat actually eat you when you die? Victor answers all these questions and much more.

Andrew Rea, perhaps better known as "Babish" from the YouTube channel "Babish Culinary Universe," answers the internet's burning questions about kitchens and cooking. Why do they always use kosher salt in cooking videos? What do you season rib eye with? Are bay leaves a hoax? What's the hardest fruit to cut? Andrew answers all these questions and much more.

Why are cicadas so freakin' loud? Entomologist Samuel Ramsey has the answers. Dr. Sammy explains why it's so important for cicadas to gather in large groups and make lots of noise.

Musician Jacob Collier answers the internet's burning questions about music theory. What the heck is reharmonization? What's Middle C? What do the piano pedals do? Does music theory matter? Jacob answers all these questions and much more!

The Tolkien Professor, Cory Olsen, once again uses the power of Twitter to answer the internet's burning questions about J.R.R. Tolkien, The Lord of the Rings, and all the associated lore. Why can't Frodo ride an eagle all the way to Mount Doom? Would the battle at Helm's Deep gone differently if it hadn't rained? How much time passes between "The Fellowship of the Ring" and "The Return of the King"? Cory answers all these questions and much more. Corey Olsen, also known as The Tolkien Professor, is the Founder and President of Signum University, a nonprofit higher education institution dedicated to affordable and accessible online learning with a special focus on promoting the humanities. Through the Mythgard Academy, a Signum institution, Corey offers weekly explorations of The Lord of the Rings and other opportunities to discuss speculative literature and adaptations. Follow Corey on Twitter at https://twitter.com/tolkienprof Learn more: * Signum University: https://signumuniversity.org * Exploring The Lord of the Rings: https://mythgard.org/lotro/exlotr/ * The Tolkien Professor: https://tolkienprofessor.com

Chef Wolfgang Puck, uses the power of Twitter to answer the internet's burning questions about restaurants and cooking. How do chefs learn to chop so quickly? What's the difference between a two and three Michelin starred restaurant? “WOLFGANG” Documentary film premieres Friday, June 25 on Disney+ # WolfgangDocumentary # DisneyPlus @DisneyPlus

Dennis McCarthy, the man behind all of the cars from the Fast and the Furious franchise, uses the power of Twitter to answer the internet's burning questions about cars. How many cars have they destroyed filming the Fast and the Furious franchise? What's the point of spoilers on cars? Why do people rev their engines? What's better, a low-rider or a muscle car? Dennis answers all these questions and much more. F9 is in theaters June 25, http://www.thefastsaga.com/

Former FBI agent and body language expert Joe Navarro answers the internet's burning questions about body language. Why is being stared at so intimidating? How do you have a good poker face? Can body language be admitted as evidence in court? How can you end a conversation politely? Joe answers all these questions and much more! Check out Joe's book "Be Exceptional" https://www.jnforensics.com/ Books By Joe Navarro: https://www.jnforensics.com/books Joe Navarro Body Language Academy: https://jnbodylanguageacademy.com

Produced by WIRED Brand Lab with Best Buy | Sure, smart homes are cool and sleek, but aren’t they hard to build? You’d be surprised at how simple it is to get started, and how just a few key products can make a major impact. Transitioning your house into a smart home can make life easier, safer, more fun, and save you time and money. Technology expert Gurpreet Sarin gives us the rundown on products that take summer gatherings to the next level, make daily tasks easier, and add safety and security to our homes.

- Made in collaboration with the International Spy Museum - Keith Masback, former Director of Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance Integration for the US Army, explains how to understand satellite imagery, and provides a few tips and tricks for what people like him are generally looking for. Keith talks about how to tell man-made and natural environments apart from each other and breaks down what typical military routines from other countries looks like.

Three-time Olympian & Olympic Gold Medalist Dominique Dawes Golden: The Journey of USA's Elite Gymnasts is now Streaming on Peacock, https://pck.tv/3pmsJjO

6-Time Olympic Gold Medalist Allyson Felix answers the internet's burning questions about track and sprinting. Do sprinters and distance runners really dislike each other? Is the 400 meter really that painful? What's a good 40-yard-dash time? Why do sprinters start with their left foot? Allyson answers all these questions and much more!

Produced by WIRED Brand Lab with athenahealth | Virtual care is a comprehensive term that refers to providing care, medicine, research, and management in a decentralized manner. It covers everything from phone calls, video consultations, and at-home diagnostic tests, to wearable technology and health apps that collect biometric data. In a year that transformed the way we work, learn, live, and travel, these technologies were needed more than ever. Wired Brand Lab recently sat down with athenahealth to discuss how some of these digital technologies are being adopted for a more seamless care experience. To learn more, visit athenahealth: https://athenahealth.com

Chainsaw Artist Griffon Ramsey turns a giant cedar log into a majestic flaming throne. Griffon salvages a large piece of wood and gets to work, explaining the different chainsaws and techniques she uses to get these incredible results.

Dr. Michio Kaku, a professor of theoretical physics, answers the internet's burning questions about physics. Can Michio explain "string theory" to the layperson? What is a quark? What is the "God Equation"? How do black holes distort time? Is the best physicist ever Albert Einstein or Richard Feynman? Or someone else? Michio answers all these questions and much more!

Astronaut Mike Massimino answers the internet's burning questions about the far reaches of space. How do astronauts get leverage when screwing things in? After a long space flight, where does the poo go? Does NASA let astronauts get acclimated to space on their first space walk? Are space suits comfortable? How many languages do astronauts have to learn? Does space have a smell?

Trauma surgeon Annie Onishi answers the internet's burning questions about surgery. How come it doesn't seem like people bleed that much during surgery? Why do they cut off your clothing in the ER? Can an electric eel act like a defibrillator? Annie answers all these questions and much more!

Texas Beeworks founder Erika Thompson answers the internet's buzzing questions about bees and beekeeping. Can bees be trained to attack individuals? How accurate is "Bee Movie"? How does one get into beekeeping? How do beekeepers find the queen?

Michael Pollan, author of "This Is Your Mind On Plants," answers the internet's burning questions about psychedelics. How does LSD work? What is ego death? How are psychedelics used for addiction therapy? Why are psychedelics so frowned upon? Michael answers all these questions and much more. For more on the pharmacology of plants, read Michael Pollan's latest book THIS IS YOUR MIND ON PLANTS - https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/665612/this-is-your-mind-on-plants-by-michael-pollan/#:~:text=In%20This%20Is%20Your%20Mind,about%20them%20into%20sharp%20relief.

Ultramarathon runner Dean Karnazes answers running and ultramarathon questions from Twitter. What can you do to run faster? Why do they give out belt buckles for ultramarathons? How does one fuel up before an ultramarathon? ultramarathoner

Entomologist Samuel Ramsey answers the internet's burning questions about insects. What are the best insects to eat? Why do crickets hear from their legs? How do bugs breath? Dr. Sammy answers all these questions and much more.

Dr. Janja Lalich, a sociologist who used to be in a cult, answers the internet's burning questions about cults. How did Charles Manson get a cult following? What's the best movie about cults? Why did everyone in the Heaven's Gate cult wear Nikes? How do people get brainwashed? Dr. Janja answers all these questions and much more!

Entomologist Dr. Sammy Ramsey is back to break down clips from movies and TV about bugs. What happens if a radioactive spider bites you like in Spider-Man? Do butterflies really look like they do in SpongeBob SquarePants? Do swarms of bugs really attack you like in so many Hollywood movies? Dr. Sammy provides answers to all these burning questions, and much more.

Former FBI agent and body language expert Joe Navarro explains how we can project confidence through our body language. Joe takes a look at various celebrities and politicians and demonstrates the things that they do that can help them appear confident.

Victor M. Sweeney, a licensed funeral director and mortician, once again answers the internet's burning questions about dead bodies and the funeral director profession. When someone dies, what happens to their poo? If a person dies with contacts in...does a mortician take them out? Will your cat actually eat you when you die? Victor answers all these questions and much more.

Toxicologist Anne Chappelle answers the internet's burning questions about poison. How do antidotes work? Can a pencil give you lead poisoning? Can you overdose on vitamins? Anne answers all these questions and much more!

Brooklyn Brewery brewmaster Garrett Oliver answers the internet's burning questions about beer. How do you make your own beer? What are hops? Is there such thing as boxed beer? How do you make beer from pumpkins? Garrett answers all these questions and much more.

Jen Easterly, director of the US government's civilian cyber defense agency, talks about the importance of working with the hacker community to close vulnerabilities sooner.

Digital artist Mike Winkelmann, a.k.a. Beeple, shares how his latest piece, “Human One,” will continue to update over time—and what that means for how digital art will be viewed in the future.

This conversation with Allyson Witherspoon, Vice President & Chief Marketing Officer, Nissan U.S., and Cathy Zoi, CEO, EVgo, was moderated by Dr. Shelley Francis, Cofounder & Principal, EVNoire E-Mobility Intelligence Consulting Group. (This session was sponsored by Nissan.)

Actor John Cho talks about his training as Spike in Netflix’s “Cowboy Bebop” and one particularly tricky sequence.

Biologist Thor Hanson answers the internet's burning questions about biology. How do extinct species come back? How will the human species evolve? Are viruses alive? Thor answers all these questions and much more!

James Dyson answers the internet's burning questions about design and inventions. How does Dyson's bladeless fan work? What do you do if you have an invention idea? Why are hand dryers so loud? How does suction work? James answers all these questions and much more!

Victor M. Sweeney, a licensed funeral director and mortician, breaks down clips from movies and TV about dead bodies, funerals, and embalming, and explains how accurate they really are. Is the dead body from "Psycho" realistic? Could Donny's ashes from "The Big Lebowski" really be stored in a coffee can? Is there such a thing as a glass casket?

Dermatologist Dr. Muneeb Shah answers the internet's burning questions about skin and dermatology. Is tanning really bad for you? Should you pop your own pimples? Why do we get wrinkles? Does your skin breathe? Dr. Muneeb answers all these questions and much more!

Produced by WIRED Brand Lab with Intel | How do we make communication accessible for every kind of person? Lama Nachman, Director of Intel’s Human & AI Research Lab, has dedicated decades to bridging the technological gap between those with and without disabilities. She worked alongside Stephen Hawking to create the Assistive Context-Aware Toolkit (ACAT) which enabled him to communicate and do his work more effectively even with limited mobility due to ALS. Also making a difference at Intel is Adam Munder, co-founder of OmniBridge, a software platform that allows deaf individuals to communicate with the hearing population in real-time. Providing 24/7 access to fast, affordable ASL translation, OmniBridge is ideal for a wide range of settings and when interpreters are unavailable. In supporting Adam and Lama’s work, Intel is dedicated to furthering technologies that amplify human potential and create more equity in the world.

Former NBA player Dwyane Wade answers the internet's burning questions about basketball. Are 3-pointers messing with the game of basketball? Do they still call traveling in the NBA? Why do NBA players have a hard time playing against the zone? How do players hit clutch free throws? Dwyane answers all these questions and much more! 'Dwyane' photographic memoir is out now.

Flour Shop founder Amirah Kassem answers the internet's burning questions about baking.

Astrophysicist Paul M. Sutter answers the internet's burning questions about astrophysics. What exactly is dark matter? How many exoplanets are there? What is it in like a black hole? What actually is a parallel universe? Paul answers all these questions and much more!

Sponsored Conversation by Moen. A conversation with Moen's Mark-Hans Richer.

Who better to test the latest in martial arts technology than the cast of Netflix's Cobra Kai? Watch as Xolo Maridueña, Jacob Bertrand, Tanner Buchanan, Mary Mouser and Peyton List punch and crane kick these gadgets, rating them along the way.

Dr. Morgan Levine, a professor who specializes in the biology of aging, answers the internet's burning questions about aging.

MacGruber is a master when it comes to getting the most out of objects, so who better to test multi-tool gadgets than Will Forte and Kristen Wiig? Peacock’s original comedy series, MACGRUBER, based on the iconic SNL parody sketch and cult-favorite 2010 film, is back! Starring Will Forte and Kristen Wiig, stream it now - only on Peacock

Dr. Serena H. Chen, a reproductive endocrinologist and fertility specialist, answers the internet's burning questions about fertility.