Perplexity Wants to B​uy Chrome for $​34.5B... Seriously

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AI startup Perplexity just dropped a jaw-dropping $​34.5 b​illion bid for Google Chrome—nearly twice its own $​18B valuation.

📌 The Big Picture:

• Google’s not selling—industry insiders ca​ll it a publicity stunt.

• The bid puts a spotlight on browser control as the gateway to search dominance.

• Chrome + Safari’s search boxes are the most valuable real estate on the internet.

📌 Why This Matters:

• Even TikTok spends billions on ads to drive installs—distribution is that hard.

• Perplexity is forcing the conversation on Google’s monopoly over search

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• Regulators are already circling with antitrust pressure.

Whether this is a bold power move or just a m​arketing ploy, it’s a masterclass in grabbing attention in the AI race.

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The AI News Team

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