Bankless LIMITLESS: Aravind Srinivas: Perplexity CEO’s All-In Gamble to Take Down Google
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Aug 19, 2025 
Aravind Srinivas, CEO of Perplexity, dives into the transformative power of AI in internet browsing. He discusses how AI-driven tools can replace mundane tasks with proactive assistance and emphasizes curiosity as a vital human skill in this tech era. The conversation explores a shift from keyword searches to engaging questions and the protective measures against AI-generated misinformation. With the introduction of the innovative Comet browser, Aravind shares insights on redefining browsing experiences and the challenges of competing against tech giants.
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AI Frees Browsing For Curiosity
- Aravind predicts AI agents will handle mundane web tasks, freeing people to browse for enjoyment and creativity.
- He expects personalization and proactive AI recommendations to create a high-agency, curiosity-driven web experience.
Curiosity Becomes The Core Human Skill
- Curiosity becomes the key human skill once AI handles routine work, because you must decide what to ask and what to create.
- Aravind frames AI as amplifying imagination rather than replacing the question-asking impulse.
Begin Learning By Asking Questions
- Start research by asking targeted questions to learn faster instead of reading linear source material first.
- Use follow-up questions to flip learning order: question-driven exploration then deep reading.
