#175 Aravind Srinivas: Revolutionizing Search with Perplexity AI

Join host Craig Smith on episode #175 of Eye on AI as he engages in an enlightening conversation with Aravind Srinivas, co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI.   In this episode, Aravind delves into the intricacies of Perplexity AI, a groundbreaking conversational answer engine designed to redefine the landscape of online search.   Discover how Perplexity AI aims to challenge the status quo of search engines by providing direct answers grounded in factual sources, contrasting with the traditional method of sifting through links.   Learn about the challenges and breakthroughs in developing a search engine that combines the reliability of verified information with the intuitive interaction of conversational AI.   Dive into the technical and philosophical nuances of building a search platform that stands to transform how we access information online. Explore the intersection of AI, entrepreneurship, and the relentless pursuit of innovation that drives the team at Perplexity AI.   Remember to rate us on Apple Podcast and Spotify if this episode piques your curiosity about the evolving interface of AI and information retrieval!" Stay Updated: Craig Smith Twitter: https://twitter.com/craigss Eye on A.I. Twitter: https://twitter.com/EyeOn_AI (00:00) Introduction to Perplexity AI with Aravind Srinivas (02:26) Aravind Srinivas's Background (04:17) Early Influences and The Shift to Generative AI (06:30) Ideation and Entrepreneurial Leap to Start Perplexity AI (09:44) Challenges of Building a New AI-Powered Search Engine (13:53) The Journey from Idea to Market with Perplexity AI (17:34) Overcoming Technical and Market Challenges (23:44) Disrupting Traditional Search with AI Innovation (30:08) Building Perplexity's AI and Indexing Technology (37:13) The Future of Web Indexing and AI's Role (41:29) Navigating Legal and Ethical Aspects of AI Search (52:39) Concluding Thoughts and The Road Ahead for Perplexity AI

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