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Perplexity Seeks $500 Million in New Funding to Boost Valuation Beyond $8 Billion

...currently handles 15 million daily queries and generates an estimated $50 million in annual revenue

by Joan Aimuengheuwa
October 21, 2024
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Perplexity Seeks $500 Million in New Funding to Boost Valuation Beyond $8 Billion
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Perplexity, an AI search engine startup, has entered discussions to raise $500 million in fresh funding, aiming to more than double its valuation to over $8 billion. 

Companies are seeking to capitalise on investment opportunities in artificial intelligence, particularly following OpenAI’s recent $6.6 billion fundraising success and Perplexity is not laying back.

The AI company launched in 2022 and has grown fast, attracting attention for its AI-powered search platform. Perplexity currently handles 15 million daily queries and generates an estimated $50 million in annual revenue. 

However, it has faced some issues from publishers, including The New York Times, for allegedly using content without proper authorisation. A few days ago, The New York Times sent a cease-and-desist letter, accusing the firm of copyright infringement. 

However, these challenges are not holding the company back. CEO Aravind Srinivas has maintained that Perplexity seeks collaboration with publishers, aiming to resolve concerns amicably.

Perplexity’s rise has attracted major investors, including SoftBank, Nvidia, and Jeff Bezos, who contributed to its previous funding rounds. Earlier this year, the company’s valuation reached $3 billion, and its current fundraising efforts, if successful, could more than double that figure. 

Perplexity’s innovative approach to search, which blends AI with natural language processing, has drawn interest from both users and also from individuals bothered about its methods of data collection and content usage.

Despite the controversies, Perplexity continues to push forward with product innovations. It recently introduced a feature that allows users to create custom web pages using AI-generated content. 

The company’s enterprise product has also been gaining traction, offering more tailored solutions for business users. However, issues about data privacy and intellectual property remain central issues as the firm looks to solidify its position in the AI-driven search market.

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