Perplexity AI CEO Aravind Srinivas has sparked a lively debate about who controls the future of the internet. His bold statement suggests that Google’s dominance shouldn’t go unchallenged — especially in search and browsing experiences.
🌐 A New Challenger: Comet Browser
Srinivas recently introduced Comet, Perplexity’s AI-first browser. It aims to:
- Provide direct answers instead of traditional search results
- Deliver a faster, more intuitive browsing experience
- Reduce dependency on search ads and click-through surfing
His goal? To offer the world a genuine alternative to Google’s Chrome and Search ecosystem.
😅 Internet Fires Back: The “Reality Check”
Right after his statement, users were quick to point out a contradiction:
💡 Comet is built on Chromium — the open-source browser technology made by Google.
So despite claiming independence, the new browser still relies heavily on Google’s infrastructure.
This irony triggered a wave of playful mockery online.
Adding to the challenge, a public poll showed:
- Chrome still leads in popularity
- Users aren’t ready to switch… yet
Srinivas admitted improvements are needed to compete seriously.
🏔️ The Big Tech Mountain to Climb
Srinivas openly acknowledged that taking on Google won’t be simple.
Some platforms are too massive to rival, such as:
- YouTube
- Google Maps
But he believes other segments are “difficult but achievable” if innovation remains strong.
🔍 What This Means for the Future
This episode highlights a key discussion:
Should the internet remain largely controlled by one company?
Google currently dominates:
- Search (90%+ global share)
- Browsers (Chrome rules desktops + Android defaults)
- Key apps like Gmail, Maps, YouTube
Competition is healthy — and AI-driven experiences like Perplexity’s Comet could redefine:
✅ How we find information
✅ How browsers understand intent
✅ How AI interacts directly with the web
But for now, Google remains the giant at the top.
✅ Bottom Line
- Srinivas made a powerful point about tech monopoly
- The internet responded with humor and realism
- Comet represents a new era of AI-powered browsing
- But challenging Google’s empire won’t happen overnight
