Kevin Roose Joined The Atlantic as Contributing Writer
The technology journalist and author moves to a new editorial role focused on the intersection of media and innovation.
Updated on Sept. 30, 2026 in Artificial Intelligence
Kevin Roose has joined The Atlantic as a contributing writer. He previously covered technology for The New York Times.
Why it matters
The move signals a continued focus on technology journalism at major publications as the industry navigates the impact of AI. Roose brings his experience in long-form analysis of machine intelligence to his new role.
Roose authored the book The AGI Chronicles and co-hosts the technology podcast Machine Gods with Casey Newton.
The players
Kevin Roose
A technology journalist and author of The AGI Chronicles who previously reported for The New York Times.
The Atlantic
A legacy magazine and digital publisher focusing on long-form journalism, commentary, and cultural analysis.
The New York Times
A global media organization and the former primary employer for Roose's technology reporting.
Casey Newton
A technology journalist and co-host of the Machine Gods podcast alongside Roose.
The details
The Atlantic editorial team recruited Roose to leverage his background in reporting on the tech industry and his research into autonomous systems. His approach involves deep-dive investigations into artificial intelligence and its implications for modern society.
Timeline
September 30, 2026: Kevin Roose officially joined The Atlantic.
The Tech Race
This transition aligns with a broader trend of major media outlets strengthening their technology editorial benches to compete with specialized newsletters. It reflects the ongoing struggle for authoritative voices in the fast-moving race to define the impact of AGI.
Readers of The Atlantic can expect new reporting from Roose on technology and machine intelligence starting immediately. His existing collaborative work, including his podcast with Casey Newton, continues to provide insights into the current AGI landscape.
The takeaway
The move highlights the increased demand for expert interpretation as artificial intelligence reshapes daily life. Readers should monitor The Atlantic’s digital pages for Roose’s upcoming inaugural analysis.
Further reading
For broader trends in industry analysis, explore coverage at Artificial Intelligence.
