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Monday, August 24, 2026

Four live signals across AI sales, funding, chip costs, and a Patriots contract.

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Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-24
UNCONFIRMED
AI dealsMedium-high confidence

Hugging Face may sell for about $13 billion

TechCrunch says Hugging Face is fielding buyout offers near $13 billion. No buyer, final price, or signed deal has been announced.

Why it matters

A sale could put a key home for open AI models under one large owner.

Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-24
UNCONFIRMED
AI fundingHigh confidence

Nvidia may back Perplexity at a value above $30 billion

Reuters says Nvidia is discussing an investment in Perplexity at a value above $30 billion. The round and final terms have not been announced.

Why it matters

The deal could deepen Perplexity's Nvidia ties while raising the price of the AI search fight.

Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-24
UNCONFIRMED
Builder costsMedium-high confidence

Nvidia AI chip prices may rise about 17 percent

The Information says server makers are warning customers about Nvidia chip price increases near 17 percent. Nvidia has not announced a broad price change.

Why it matters

Higher chip prices can flow into cloud bills and make agent products more costly to run.

Kaylee@itskaylee · 2026-08-24
UNCONFIRMED
Boston sportsMedium-high confidence

Patriots may still extend Christian Gonzalez before Week 1

Pro Football Rumors says New England is still trying to extend Christian Gonzalez before Week 1. The sides have not announced an agreement or final terms.

Why it matters

A deal would lock down New England's top corner and set a major new cost for the roster.