But they discuss this possibility in the article? Including arguments from both sides. Why is it on wired to make a call here? Do you want them to editorialize?
Most likely they are playing along out of a desperation for views.
Imagine that. A publisher wanting people to read their content. The nerve
I also want money, but I don't lie about my grandma dying to get it from my friends.
Wired has done some in depth articles over the years about topics that are really important about privacy and other topics that HN are interested in. It would be a shame if they are knowingly lying about anything.