Five open questions across AI funding, Boston football, betting promotion, and restaurant moves.
TechCrunch says XDOF is in late talks for a new round led by 8VC. The reported value is about $1.2 billion, but the amount and final terms are still open.
Investors may be shifting fresh money toward the hard data that physical robots need. That could make robot data a costly builder input.
Henderson has not practiced since hurting his ankle on August 24. New England has not ruled him out, but a practice squad back may be called up for Seattle.
Rhamondre Stevenson could carry more of the offense. The late call also matters for player props and New England's pass protection.
LeBron James confirmed a Polymarket partnership, but the wider campaign has not been shown yet. Front Office Sports says it may begin this week and focus on football.
A star this big can make prediction markets feel normal to sports fans. The campaign will also test the line between league rules and outside deals.
Disney's booking page stops showing the restaurant after September 13. Neither Disney nor Wolfgang Puck has announced a permanent closure or named a replacement.
The booking cutoff is a strong local signal before a formal statement. A closure would also end a long Wolfgang Puck run at Disney Springs.
House Foods says it is reviewing options for the curry chain, including taking it private. A report says a sale is also possible, but the company says no choice has been made.
A deal could change the ownership and growth plan for a chain with more than 1,400 locations. It is also a real test of buyer demand.