April’s top wire stories explore tech’s impact on daily life, including EV adoption, AI policy, and how teens are socializing through gaming.
Today, there aren’t too many aspects of Americans’ lives where technology is absent, and it’s only becoming more ingrained in daily life. The increasing influence of ultrawealthy tech leaders on the federal government has the attention of academics and experts, many of whom warn that policy moves, like the suggested changes in the Trump administration’s early April memo, “Driving Efficient Acquisition of Artificial Intelligence in Government,” would likely lead to less trustworthy AI and less protection for consumers.
Matters related to the rapidly evolving technology surrounding us will continue to be highly relevant to readers, and there are countless serviceable stories to tell about it, spanning verticals.
Video games have long been criticized by parent communities for rotting children's brains and encouraging violence, but “Must be accompanied by an adult: Why teens are turning to online gaming for social connection,” written by freelancer Jessica Reyes, provides an intriguing narrative about how video games have offered teens—many of whom lack access to physical third spaces—a way to socialize and even develop interpersonal skills. The story also touches on how parents can keep their children safe and make sure their behavior related to gaming doesn’t become harmful. This story has been picked 109 times since it was published on April 24.
Electric vehicle usage in the United States reached a record last year, and much of that is “thanks to a combination of federal, state, and local incentives and growing awareness about the impact of greenhouse gases on climate change,” freelancer Andrew Jose writes in “The most and least hospitable states for electric vehicle ownership.”
Adoption varies greatly depending on where you are in the country. Elena Cox, former data editor for Stacker, analyzed data from the Department of Energy and the nonprofit Tax Foundation to determine which states are the most and least friendly for EV owners, considering factors like the availability of charging stations and incentives for EV owners. This piece has only been on the wire since April 24 and has already been picked up 269 times.
Keep reading to see more stories that passed through the wire in April that highlight technology and the many ways it intersects with Americans’ lives.
Kristen Wegrzyn is an experienced editorial leader and content strategist with over seven years at Stacker, where she currently serves as Copy Chief. With a career spanning roles in editing, writing, and digital marketing, Kristen has a track record of producing high-quality, engaging content across industries—from financial services to skincare and lifestyle. She holds an MSc in Magazine Publishing from Edinburgh Napier University in Scotland, and a BS in Journalism from Illinois State. Known for her editorial precision and collaborative spirit, Kristen excels at turning complex information into compelling stories that resonate with readers and deliver value for brands.
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