About this podcast

In this insightful episode of Silicon Valley Girl, host Marina Mogilko sits down with Aravind Srinivas, the visionary Co-founder and CEO of Perplexity AI. Srinivas shares the incredible journey of Perplexity, which skyrocketed from a $0 valuation to $20 billion in just three years, challenging tech giants and redefining the AI landscape. The discussion delves into the transformative power of artificial intelligence, exploring how AI is reshaping careers, the future of education, and critical decision-making processes, ultimately shifting power from large corporations to individuals. Srinivas demonstrates Perplexity's innovative 'Comet' feature, an AI-powered browser designed to protect users from Big Tech manipulation and automate tasks like booking meetings and online shopping. The interview also covers essential strategies for businesses to thrive in the AI-agentic browser era, the potential disappearance of entry-level jobs, and the enduring relevance of education in an AI-dominated world. Aravind reveals the single most important trait for success and the relentless pursuit of continuous improvement that fueled Perplexity's exponential growth, offering valuable lessons for aspiring entrepreneurs and anyone navigating the rapidly evolving AI landscape.