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Perplexity
The world's most knowledge-centric company; answers, not links.
Valuation~$20B
Funding$1.5B+ raised
FlagshipPerplexity + Comet browser
Founded2022 · San Francisco
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Bright Sentience Score
Rank #18 of 23
What they're building
Perplexity is building an AI-native answer and search layer that competes with one of Google's most valuable businesses. Its Comet browser turns search into an agent that completes tasks, and its Sonar models power answers for enterprises and developers.
Latest developments
- Comet, the agentic browser, rolled out to all users.
- Valued at roughly $20B in its latest round.
- Distribution deals with carriers, device makers and airlines expand its reach.
Why it matters
Search is the largest business on the internet. Perplexity is the most credible startup challenging it with an AI-first product.
Key facts
Leader
Aravind Srinivas
FoundersAravind Srinivas, Denis Yarats, Johnny Ho, Andy Konwinski
PeopleAravind Srinivas (CEO), Denis Yarats (CTO)
HQSan Francisco, USA
Latest modelSonar; Comet agentic browser
Valuation noteLatest reported round
InvestorsSoftBank, Nvidia, IVP, NEA, Bessemer, Jeff Bezos
WebsiteNearby on the leaderboard