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Where does virtual reality go next? Right now, there seem to be two paths: Portable and self-contained headsets or those connected to computers and consoles. Valve is clearly betting on the second way with the Index, its first VR hardware. It crams in just about every feature you’d expect from a high-end headset, including some truly transformative finger-sensing controllers. It’s just too bad the entire Index package costs $999, putting it out of reach for most people. It’s a boundary-pushing headset meant to keep the VR industry from getting stale.

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1. A British MP is suing to see if xAI is legally responsible for the images Grok produces

   xAI is under investigation in the EU, UK and California because of its freewheeling AI image generator.

2. PUBG's creator is downsizing his studio and ending development of a game

   It seems that Prologue: Go Wayback! will never make it out of early access.

3. VR exercise platform Supernatural is getting a second chance as an independent company

   A new Supernatural VR workout app arrives this fall months before Meta planned to shut it down.

4. The European Union reveals details of its tech sovereignty package

   New proposals will see the EU further invest in European startups and companies as it looks to strengthen its homegrown tech footprint.

5. RollerGirl is a summery rollerblading adventure set in a small town

   The slice-of-life game RollerGirl features music inspired by 2000s-era pop-punk.

6. DOJ opens investigation into George Santos for insider trading on Kalshi

   The recently-incarcerated former congressman George Santos allegedly placed bets on himself, then acted to ensure he won.

7. Pokémon Champions hits iOS and Android on June 17

   In a few short weeks, Pokémon Champions will arrive on mobile with full cross-platform support.

8. WiiM's first soundbar has a touchscreen display and Dolby Atmos

   WiiM, a company known for its lineup of speakers and amplifiers, has revealed its first soundbar.

9. Mark Zuckerberg wants Meta agents to "run your whole business"

   Mark Zuckerberg wants agents to be able to "run your whole business."

10. Claude AI: What's free in 2026 and what isn't?

    Making sense of what you get from Claude AI at the free tier, especially as limits are vague and keep shifting.