Perplexity’s founder warns emerging founders that their breakthroughs are likely to be copied by big tech companies

Aravind Srinivas cautions AI startups to expect imitation from big tech firms if their innovations show profitability potential. He notes that substantial capital raised by these firms allows them to quickly replicate features of startups, which may drown out smaller competitors.

With the launch of the Comet browser, Perplexity highlights the risks of monopolistic behavior that could affect user choice in the browser space. Srinivas insists that if new entrants lose the browser war, it will be due to these tactics, underscoring the need for vigilance among innovators.