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Podcast: Business of Tech: Daily 10-Minute IT Services Insights
Episode: AI Browser War: Perplexity Goes Free, U.S. Cybersecurity Law Expires, Apple Eyes Intel Investment
Description: Perplexity has made a significant move by dropping the price of its AI browser, Comet, from $200 a month to free, igniting what could be an AI browser war. This decision aims to help users navigate the overwhelming amount of low-quality online content by providing tools to summarize web pages and extract key information. A $5 monthly subscription will offer access to content from reputable media outlets, as Perplexity seeks to establish fair revenue-sharing practices with publishers. This shift comes amid ongoing legal challenges regarding content use, but the company emphasizes its commitment to high-quality sources.The recent U...