EducateKaro – Handpicked Tech & Startup News: Summarized for You
Handpicked Tech & Startup News: Summarized for You
Perplexity introduced Sonar, an API allowing developers to integrate its AI search tools into applications. Offering two tiers, Sonar and Sonar Pro, it aims to provide real-time, factually accurate answers by connecting to trusted internet sources. Sonar Pro provides more detailed responses and citations. The API is notably affordable, potentially increasing Perplexity’s revenue, with Zoom already utilizing it for real-time answers during video calls.
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AI-driven search engine Perplexity has recently acquired Read.cv, a professional networking platform that was launched in 2021 by former Facebook designer Andy Chung. Read.cv is recognized for its features such as resumes, team profiles, job listings, and a Sites function that allows users to create personal websites with “.cv” domains. However, the platform will start winding down operations this Friday. Users will have the opportunity to export their data until May 16, and the domain transition to Hello.cv will take place on January 31. Perplexity’s CEO, Aravind Srinivas, commended Read.cv for its insights into consumer and social experiences. This acquisition is the third for Perplexity as it broadens its focus on corporate tools, following its impressive $9 billion valuation and $500 million in funding from investors, including Institutional Venture Partners.
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Aravind Srinivas, Indian-origin CEO of Perplexity AI, met PM Narendra Modi to discuss AI adoption in India. Srinivas praised Modi’s vision and dedication to technology, while the PM commended his work with Perplexity AI. Their meeting highlighted India’s focus on leveraging AI for the future.
Read more on NDTV.
