Perplexity, a prominent AI startup hailed for its innovative "answer engine," is now under fire for allegedly engaging in content theft and plagiarism. Despite receiving hefty investments from industry giants like Jeff Bezos, the company faces accusations of disregarding robots.txt guidelines and appropriating articles without permission. Promising that all answers are supported by credible sources, Perplexity has been criticized for its questionable practices, including plagiarizing content and disregarding paywalls. As the company strives to challenge Google and revolutionize online search, it has become a focal point for frustrations within the media industry. With talks of securing additional funding in the hundreds of millions, Perplexity finds itself embroiled in scandal as it navigates the complexities of maintaining trust and credibility in the rapidly evolving AI landscape.