Perplexity AI has submitted an unsolicited $34.5 billion offer to acquire Google’s Chrome browser, according to the Wall Street Journal. The AI startup claims it has secured financial backing for the bid, positioning the move as part of an effort to challenge Google’s dominance in online search.
- Perplexity AI made a $34.5 billion unsolicited acquisition bid for Google’s Chrome browser.
- The company says it has secured funding to support the purchase.
- The move is aimed at competing directly with Google in search services, leveraging Chrome’s market share.
- The Wall Street Journal first reported the offer.
Relevant Companies
- GOOG - Parent company of Google, which owns Chrome, the target of the unsolicited bid.
Editor’s Note: This is a developing story. This article may be updated as more details become available.