{
  "id": 17294196,
  "title": "Last-minute Halloween costumes for tech nerds",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/10/30/last-minute-halloween-costumes-for-tech-nerds",
  "topic": "tech",
  "section": "Tech",
  "published": "2026-10-30T21:26:59.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "TechCrunch",
    "slug": "techcrunch",
    "url": "https://techcrunch.com/2026/10/30/last-minute-halloween-costumes-for-tech-nerds/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "As Halloween approaches, many people are scrambling to find last-minute tech-inspired costumes. TechCrunch has some suggestions for those in need of a quick and creative outfit.\n\nFor those feeling overwhelmed by the idea of recursive self-improvement, consider dressing as the version of yourself you aspire to become, much like someone making New Year's resolutions. Carry a self-help book, a yoga mat, and a large water bottle to complete the look.\n\nMeta and OpenAI recently introduced AI assistants with adorably cute avatars, reminiscent of the innocent appearance of Elizabeth Holmes. If you're a blonde, don the classic black turtleneck, or opt for colorful feather boas and a distinctive hat to resemble ChatGPT Dot. Don't forget to ask partygoers if you can access their Gmail – it's a spooky nod to the Halloween theme.\n\nTo add a touch of creepiness, attach a red or white circle to one lens of a pair of glasses to create a recording device effect. Alternatively, wear normal glasses and claim you're \"guy recording with the light covered up.\" Just remember not to record anyone without their consent.\n\nMark Zuckerberg's recent fashion choices, featuring oversized black T-shirts, offer another costume option. You could attach a paper that reads \"Building is my love language\" or reference one of his infamous shirts, such as \"Aut Zuck aut nihil.\"\n\nIn the age of AI, running out of Claude tokens can be a cause for concern. Print out notifications indicating you've reached your usage limit and use them to spook tech-savvy partygoers.\n\nA reminder of the PHP vulnerability scare earlier this year can also inspire a Halloween costume. Wear a T-shirt with \"PHP\" written on it in sharpie, and discuss your feelings and vulnerabilities throughout the night.\n\nFor those attending multiple parties, consider a consistent theme for your costumes, such as the concept of biohacking. Emulate GLP-Bryan by lying on top of your partner in a T-shirt and jeans, perhaps even referencing his unique \"GLP-Bryan\" technique.",
  "summary": "No Halloween costume? Just be a deceptively cute AI agent icon, a PHP vulnerability, or sleepy time Bryan Johnson.",
  "key_points": [
    "Tech enthusiasts scramble for last-minute Halloween costumes",
    "Dress as future self or AI assistants for creative outfits",
    "Reference Mark Zuckerberg's fashion or PHP vulnerability for nods"
  ],
  "editors_take": null,
  "illustration": null,
  "coverage": {
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  },
  "ai_generated": true,
  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}