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Humanoid AI robot interacting with humans in a modern environment
AIArtificial IntelligenceIn the News

Make Way for AI Humanoids (Don’t Hold Your Breath)

Artificial intelligence has long beguiled our species, from self-driving cars to digital assistants that can answer questions or schedule appointments. But now, AI professionals are entering even dearer territory: personal robots that look and act human. These machines, maximizing machine learning—and surpassing even the most expansive human imaginations—aren’t built only...
Illustration of Perplexity AI interface acting as an answer machine that delivers concise, accurate answers instead of traditional search links
AIArtificial IntelligenceIn the News

What is Perplexity? Introducing the ‘Answer Machine’ and How to Use Yours

AI is already a fast-emerging reality in our daily engagements. From chatbots writing emails for us to AI assistants consolidating deep topics, the world’s relationship with technology is changing. In this terrain, one new entrant is gaining increasing attention — Perplexity AI, frequently referred to as an “answer machine.” Instead...