Perplexity's CBO on products, firm's growth on AI

Perplexity’s Chief Business Officer, Dmitry Shevelenko, unveiled the company’s latest AI-driven product, Perplexity Computer, designed to revolutionize search functionality through advanced AI integration during an April 2026 interview. The new product aims to enhance user search experiences by leveraging AI to deliver more accurate, context-aware results, marking a strategic shift from traditional search engines. Shevelenko highlighted Perplexity’s rapid growth, attributing it to increasing demand for AI-powered solutions in enterprise and consumer markets, particularly in Asia. The announcement was made at the HSBC Global Investment Summit in Hong Kong, signaling the company’s focus on expanding its presence in high-growth Asian markets. The interview underscored Perplexity’s ambition to redefine AI search, positioning itself as a leader in next-generation information retrieval technology.