Apple still debating Mistral and Perplexity M&A amid looming Google Search shakeup<div class="feat-image">

</div><p>Rumors of Apple considering a Perplexity acquisition refuse to cease. Meanwhile, another AI firm continues to be part of the conversation. Both are mentioned in a new report that paints a picture of Eddy Cue as pro-acquisition despite pushback from other Apple executives.</p>
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Apple still debating Mistral and Perplexity M&A amid looming Google Search shakeup