Perplexity $42.5M Plan

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News of the Day

Perplexity’s Bold $42.5M Bet

Perplexity puts $42.5M on the table for publishers through new revenue-sharing plan

Perplexity has launched a revenue-sharing program that gives publishers a cut from its AI-driven search results, supported by a new $5 monthly Comet Plus subscription.

• Publishers earn when content is shown in searches, tasks, or on the Comet browser

• The move comes as Perplexity faces copyright lawsuits and cease-and-desist orders

• Subscribers’ fees mostly go back to publishers, with Comet Plus bundled in higher plans

This is a big step as it shows AI platforms beginning to pay back publishers, a group hit hardest by changing internet habits. Still, the small subscription price may not be enough to cover the huge losses media outlets face in the AI era.
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Social Media

2nd News of the Day

$3 Robot Delivery Is Coming

Robomart introduces RM5, a self-driving robot to shake up food delivery.

Robomart has revealed its RM5 delivery robot, designed to take on giants like DoorDash and Uber Eats with a simple $3 flat delivery fee. The Los Angeles startup says automation can finally make on-demand delivery profitable.

• RM5 can carry 500 pounds and has 10 smart lockers for multiple stops

• Customers only pay a $3 flat fee, avoiding extra charges

• Launch set for Austin, Texas later this year, with expansion plans

This could cut delivery costs by up to 70%, offering cheaper service for customers and fresh opportunities for retailers. If successful, it may reshape how food delivery works and add real pressure on current delivery platforms.
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