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1. Scientists Warn AI Slop Is Wreaking Havoc in the Research World

   A new study finds that AI hallucinations produced nearly 150,000 fake citations appearing in research papers.

2. Used an Android Phone After 2017? You Might Get Part of Google's $135 Million Settlement

   Millions of Android owners could receive a payment of up to $100.

3. Ninja Just Launched an Even Bigger Slushie Maker for Summer Drinks, and I Tried It

   Plus, a reality TV icon tells us what she's putting in hers.

4. Want to Opt Out of Your Data Being Sold, Shared or Used? Good Luck

   An investigation finds that some of the biggest companies are making it difficult for customers to keep their data private.

5. Lenovo IdeaPad Slim 5x Review: Low-Cost Copilot Plus PC Has Appeal, Limits

   For its portability and daily productivity, it's a winner. Potential Windows-on-Arm issues and modest graphics chops, however, keep it from being a true all-arounder.

6. Phone Carriers Offer eSIM Plans in the US for World Cup Travelers From Abroad

   Family and friends from abroad coming to visit? These short-term prepaid mobile plans can keep them connected.

7. Elon Musk's SpaceX Files for Blockbuster IPO on Nasdaq

   The rocket company may record the largest public offering ever, with a valuation approaching $2 trillion.

8. Google's In-Car Gemini Dimmed the Sunroof, Ordered Dinner and Became My Tour Guide

   I got an early look at the new features arriving to Android Auto and vehicles with Google Built-in.

9. I Chatted With Google's Lifesize, Hyperreal AI Companion

   The video agent demoed as part of Google Beam is an experiment, and it's shockingly realistic. Is this a helper, or a replacement for people?

10. Is Google's Uncanny Virtual Human a Future Coworker or Concierge? video

    An experimental concept of an AI coworker feels like a demo of what could greet us in a future hotel lobby or theme park.