Perplexity AI, an AI startup, launched an unsolicited $34.5 billion bid to acquire Google's Chrome browser, exceeding its current valuation. Several investors reportedly back the deal. This follows a court ruling against Google for monopolistic practices in internet search, prompting the Department of Justice to suggest Chrome divestiture. Perplexity, known for its AI search engine and newly launched browser, is actively competing in the generative AI space. Google hasn't yet responded to the bid.

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