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Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine that combines real-time web search with LLM reasoning to give cited, conversational answers.
Perplexity
AI / MLWhere knowledge begins.
Listed May 19, 2026Updated Jun 9, 2026
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What is Perplexity?
Where knowledge begins. Perplexity is an AI-powered answer engine that combines real-time web search with LLM reasoning to give cited, conversational answers.
What category is Perplexity in?
Perplexity is listed under AI / ML on Startup Spotlight, a directory of indie and micro-startups.
Who founded Perplexity?
Perplexity was founded by Aravind Srinivas (@AravSrinivas on X).
When was Perplexity founded?
Perplexity was founded in 2022.
Where can I visit Perplexity?
You can visit Perplexity at perplexity.ai, or view its full profile on Startup Spotlight.
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