Perplexity AI is an advanced AI search engine that transforms how users access and comprehend information by providing conversational and verifiable answers supported by citations from trusted sources. It offers desktop and mobile applications, APIs, and online LLMs, serving professionals, casual users, and developers in the fields of generative AI and information retrieval.

Perplexity AI Launches Secure Search Tools for Federal Workforce

September 09, 2025

Perplexity AI has introduced 'Perplexity for Government,' a secure version of its AI-powered search engine designed for federal employees, according to FedScoop. This new offering aims to enhance security by automatically detecting federal networks and blocking data retention.

PayPal and Venmo Offer Early Access to Comet Browser

September 03, 2025

PayPal and Venmo users can now access Perplexity's AI-powered Comet browser and receive a free year of Perplexity Pro, as announced by PayPal.

Apple Eyes Acquisition of AI Startups Mistral and Perplexity

August 26, 2025

Apple is reportedly considering acquiring French AI startups Mistral and Perplexity to enhance its AI capabilities, according to Reuters.

Perplexity AI Introduces Revenue-Sharing Program for Publishers

August 25, 2025

Perplexity AI is launching a revenue-sharing program for publishers, allocating $42.5 million to compensate them for content used in its AI search engine.

Perplexity's Comet Browser Faces Prompt Injection Vulnerability

August 21, 2025

Perplexity's Comet browser was found vulnerable to prompt injection attacks, allowing malicious instructions to be executed. The issue has been patched, but concerns about AI browser security remain.

Perplexity AI Adds Live Earnings Call Transcriptions for Indian Stocks

August 18, 2025

Perplexity AI has enhanced its Finance dashboard by introducing live transcriptions of earnings calls for Indian stocks, along with a schedule for these calls.

Perplexity AI Seeks $20 Billion Valuation Amid Chrome Acquisition Bid

August 15, 2025

Perplexity AI is preparing for a new funding round at a $20 billion valuation to support its $34.5 billion bid for Google's Chrome browser.

Perplexity AI Offers $34.5 Billion for Chrome

August 12, 2025

Perplexity AI has made an unsolicited $34.5 billion cash offer to acquire Chrome from Alphabet, promising to keep Chromium open source and invest $3 billion in the project.

Artmarket.com Partners with Perplexity AI for Enhanced Art Market Intelligence

August 11, 2025

Artmarket.com has reported double-digit growth in Q2 2025, driven by its partnership with Perplexity AI, which integrates advanced AI tools into its offerings.

Yomiuri Shimbun Sues Perplexity AI for Copyright Infringement

August 08, 2025

Yomiuri Shimbun has filed a lawsuit against Perplexity AI, alleging unauthorized use of over 100,000 articles, seeking damages and cessation of article reproduction.

Perplexity AI Challenges Cloudflare's Scraping Allegations

August 07, 2025

Perplexity AI disputes Cloudflare's claims of unauthorized web scraping, arguing that their AI assistants operate differently from traditional bots.

PitchBook Integrates AI with Anthropic, Perplexity, Rogo, and Hebbia

July 22, 2025

PitchBook has announced partnerships with Anthropic, Perplexity, Rogo, and Hebbia to integrate its private capital market data into AI-driven workflows, enhancing accessibility and usability for financial professionals.

Perplexity AI Aims to Bring Comet Browser to Smartphones

July 21, 2025

Perplexity AI is in discussions with mobile device manufacturers to preinstall its Comet AI browser on smartphones, aiming to expand its user base.

Airtel Offers Free Perplexity Pro Subscription to 360 Million Users

July 18, 2025

Bharti Airtel has partnered with Perplexity AI to provide a free one-year subscription to Perplexity Pro for its 360 million customers, enhancing their access to advanced AI-driven search and task automation.

Nvidia and Perplexity AI Collaborate to Enhance European AI Models

June 11, 2025

Nvidia and Perplexity AI are partnering with European firms to develop localized AI models, leveraging Nvidia's DGX Cloud Lepton platform.

Perplexity AI Partners with LegalZoom for Integrated Legal Services

June 05, 2025

LegalZoom has announced a strategic partnership with Perplexity to offer legal services directly within the Perplexity platform, providing Pro subscribers with exclusive offers and discounts.

Samsung to Integrate Perplexity AI in Galaxy S26

June 02, 2025

Samsung is nearing a deal with Perplexity AI to integrate its search technology into future devices, including the Galaxy S26, according to Bloomberg. The partnership aims to preload Perplexity's app and enhance Samsung's Bixby assistant.

Perplexity Acquires Sidekick to Enhance AI Browser Capabilities

May 21, 2025

Perplexity AI has acquired Sidekick, a browser startup known for its AI-enhanced browsing experience, according to The Information. This acquisition aims to bolster Perplexity's efforts in developing its own browser, Comet.

Perplexity AI Partners with PayPal for In-Chat Shopping

May 14, 2025

Perplexity AI has partnered with PayPal to enable in-chat shopping, allowing users to purchase products and services directly within the chat interface using PayPal or Venmo.

Le Monde Partners with Perplexity AI for Content Innovation

May 14, 2025

Le Monde has partnered with AI startup Perplexity to enhance its content creation and curation, aiming to blend AI technology with traditional journalism.

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