Five open questions across AI access, startup funding, prediction markets, and Boston sports.
OpenAI says GPT-5.6 Sol is gradually reaching eligible paid plans, so some accounts may not see it yet. Its help page lists different access rules for Chat, Work, and Codex.
Builders should not plan a client switch until GPT-5.6 Sol appears in the exact product and plan they use.
TechCrunch says Thinking Machines is discussing a $1 billion raise at a value of at least $40 billion. Accel may lead it, but neither company confirmed the talks.
Another huge round would keep AI lab prices high even before revenue catches up with investor hopes.
Front Office Sports says the NBA has deal terms before several prediction market companies. Multiple partners could be named before the season, but no deal is final.
League approval could push event contracts deeper into normal sports media and put more pressure on sportsbooks.
The Patriots and Gonzalez are still talking, and his trainer thinks a deal can happen before Wednesday. The sides have not agreed on value or contract terms.
A deal would remove a major distraction before Week 1 and set the price for New England's best defender.
Ceddanne Rafaela still has right quad pain, and Boston does not know how long he will miss. The club is treating him day to day and has not announced an injured-list move.
A longer absence would weaken Boston's defense and lineup during a tight playoff race. It also changes daily player and team bets.