Amazon is reviewing whether Perplexity AI improperly scraped online content
Amazon is investigating Perplexity AI for unauthorized content scraping. Perplexity denies wrongdoing, adjusts practices for source attribution, and faces criticism for fake quotes. The case highlights challenges for AI startups.
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Amazon is investigating allegations that Perplexity AI, a startup backed by tech investors like Jeff Bezos, has been scraping online content without permission, including from news sites. The investigation was prompted by a report from WIRED claiming Perplexity engaged in scraping practices prohibited by some websites. Perplexity, which uses Amazon Web Services, denies violating AWS terms of service. The company faced criticism for publishing summarized news stories resembling content from Forbes without proper attribution. Perplexity CEO defended the startup, stating they do not plagiarize and have adjusted their practices to highlight sources more prominently. Additionally, The Associated Press discovered a Perplexity product generating fake quotes. Despite the controversies, Perplexity maintains it does not copy content from others but aggregates information from various AI systems. Amazon emphasized its terms of service prohibit abusive activities and stated they engage with customers regarding abuse reports. The situation underscores the challenges AI startups face in navigating content aggregation and attribution in the digital landscape.
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2 commentsThat is a sad move because I quite like a lot what perplexity is offering, especially freely without using a connected account.
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