Five live signals across AI content deals, software buyouts, restaurant ownership, funding, and payments.
Apple is reportedly discussing multiyear news deals with a possible nine-figure budget. Publishers would be paid when Siri uses their work, but Apple has not announced any partners or terms.
A pay-per-use deal could set a new price model for the news that AI assistants quote and summarize.
Silver Lake is reportedly in talks to buy Workday and take it private. Nothing has been signed, and neither side has confirmed the reported $43 billion value.
The deal would be a huge bet that major business software can keep its value as AI changes how companies buy seats.
A group led by Nelson Peltz is reportedly preparing a bid for Wendy's. The chain says it would review a proposal, but no bid or final price is public.
Private ownership could speed up store cuts, menu changes, and franchise moves during Wendy's turnaround.
Legal AI company Legora is reportedly in early funding talks at a $10 billion value. The round could mix new money with share sales, but no final amount is public.
Another quick jump would show investors still paying a premium for AI tools built around costly professional work.
Stripe and Advent International reportedly renewed talks after PayPal rejected an earlier offer. The price is still being discussed, and no final agreement has been announced.
A sale would reshape online payments and could change the fees and tools small internet businesses rely on.