Perplexity wants to buy TikTok and open-source its algorithm
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AI startup Perplexity has proposed acquiring TikTok, claiming it can rebuild the platform's algorithm transparently and without monopolistic consequences. Their plan includes using American data centers for algorithm development, making the recommendation system open source, and enhancing AI capabilities. Perplexity also plans to introduce citation capabilities and multilingual support to improve user experience. Despite competition from larger firms like Oracle and Microsoft, Perplexity believes their unique approach can effectively transform TikTok's operations in the U.S. market, especially amidst ongoing uncertainties concerning TikTok's future ownership.
Perplexity is singularly positioned to rebuild the TikTok algorithm without creating a monopoly, combining world-class technical capabilities with Little Tech independence.
The plan includes rebuilding TikTok's algorithm from scratch in American data centers with American oversight, making the recommendation system transparent and open source.
Read at The Verge
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