Google Chrome Targeted for Acquisition: Perplexity AI Offers $34.5 Billion

Perplexity AI, a rising AI startup, has made a significant offer to acquire Google Chrome. The bid of $34.5 billion is twice the browser’s estimated market value. Google has not shown interest in selling Chrome. This move from Perplexity mirrors its earlier pursuits, such as attempting to acquire TikTok’s US operations. The US Justice Department, as part of an antitrust case, has suggested that Chrome be separated from Google’s other services.