AI firm Perplexity eyes TikTok acquisition
AI startup Perplexity has announced its interest in acquiring TikTok, which faces a potential ban in the United States unless it separates from its Chinese ownership. Perplexity seeks to enhance TikTok with its AI-powered internet search capabilities. Perplexity sees an opportunity in integrating artificial intelligence with the popular social media platform, aiming to address privacy concerns while enhancing user experience. The announcement comes amidst heightened scrutiny of Chinese-owned technology companies in the U.S.