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Monday, August 10, 2026

Three live signals across AI funding, an AI sale, and a Celtics contract.

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Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-10
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AI dealsMedium-high confidence

Decart may sell for up to $7 billion after a larger bid

Calcalist says Decart is in advanced sale talks after a larger bidder displaced Nvidia. SpaceX, Amazon, and Nebius are possible buyers, but Decart declined to comment.

Why it matters

A sale could move valuable real-time AI video and computing tools inside one large cloud or model company.

Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-10
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AI fundingMedium-high confidence

Applied Compute may seek funding at a $3 billion value

The Information says Applied Compute is discussing new funding that could double its value to $3 billion. The company has not announced a round or final terms.

Why it matters

The talks show investors may pay more for teams helping companies use open models without building the full stack themselves.

Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-10
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Boston sportsMedium confidence

Payton Pritchard and the Celtics may wait on an extension

Pritchard says he is not really looking at an extension with two years left on his deal. Boston has not announced talks, terms, or a timetable.

Why it matters

Waiting keeps Boston flexible, but another strong season could make Pritchard much more expensive to keep.