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Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-23
UNCONFIRMEDAI dealsHigh confidence
Nvidia may pay $6 billion for Poolside technology and talent
The Information says Nvidia may pay $6 billion to license Poolside software and hire much of its team. Neither company has announced final terms.
Why it mattersThis could give Nvidia more control over coding models without buying the whole startup.
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Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-23
UNCONFIRMEDAI chipsMedium-high confidence
Qualcomm may buy AI chip startup Tenstorrent
Reuters says Qualcomm has discussed buying Tenstorrent, citing The Information. No agreement, price, or final deal has been announced.
Why it mattersA purchase could make Qualcomm a stronger rival in AI chips beyond phones and laptops.
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Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-23
UNCONFIRMEDAI infrastructureMedium confidence
Nscale may seek a $3 billion public listing
SiliconANGLE says AI data center builder Nscale is exploring a public listing that could raise about $3 billion. The company has not filed final terms.
Why it mattersA large listing would test public demand for the costly data centers behind new AI services.
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Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-23
UNCONFIRMEDCreator businessMedium-high confidence
YouTube may pay top creators millions to avoid Netflix
Bloomberg says YouTube is offering some top creators millions for exclusive shows that stay off Netflix. YouTube has not published the contracts or named the creators.
Why it mattersBig creators may gain leverage, while smaller channels face a wider gap in platform support and deal money.
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Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-23
UNCONFIRMEDBoston sportsMedium confidence
Roman Anthony or Trevor Story may return on Boston's road trip
The Boston Herald says the Red Sox are not ruling out Roman Anthony or Trevor Story returning on the next road trip. No return date is set.
Why it mattersEither return would deepen Boston's lineup and force a roster choice during the playoff race.