Apple (AAPL, Financial) is reportedly in the early stages of internal discussions about potentially acquiring the artificial intelligence startup Perplexity. According to sources, these discussions are preliminary and may not lead to a formal bid. Additionally, Apple has yet to engage Perplexity's management on this matter.
Perplexity has stated that it is unaware of any current or future merger discussions. Meanwhile, Apple has not provided any comments regarding the potential acquisition.