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Perplexity, a $14 billion AI startup, is attracting major tech players like Apple and Meta, who are reportedly considering acquisitions. Perplexity, an "answer engine," uses AI to summarize web results, offering a cleaner search experience than Google. However, critics argue it lacks originality, relying on existing APIs and potentially plagiarizing content. Despite controversies regarding content sourcing and accusations of plagiarism from news organizations like the BBC and NYT, its rapid growth and potential to disrupt the search market make it an attractive target for tech giants looking to compete with Google.

Prepared by Jonathan Pierce and reviewed by editorial team.