Costco, known for its bulk products, has become the subject of a viral hoax involving a supposed 200-foot inflatable lazy river. The video, shared by The Inspiring Designs Net, depicts a woman enjoying the inflatable pool in her backyard and has amassed over 15 million views since its June 4 posting. Despite its popularity, the lazy river is entirely fictional, representing yet another instance of AI-generated content misleading viewers for clicks. While some commenters were fooled by the lifelike imagery, others pointed out inconsistencies, such as the dry appearance of the woman lounging in the pool. This incident is part of a broader trend where social media accounts produce similar deceptive content to monetize through advertising. Previous examples of such fabrications include images of horses wrapped in fiberglass for warmth and heated tunnels for dogs. Although the inflatable lazy river may not be real, its viral nature raises questions about consumer trust and the impact of AI on online content.