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Open-source alternative to Perplexity gains attention
Original: Perplexity has an open-source alternative now, and I'm hooked
An open-source alternative to the AI search engine Perplexity is drawing interest, with coverage suggesting it offers comparable functionality without the closed, proprietary model. The developer-focused site MakeUseOf reports the writer is 'hooked', signaling enthusiasm among users looking for transparent, self-hostable AI search tools as interest in open alternatives to commercial AI products grows.
Why now: Growing interest in open-source replacements for popular commercial AI search tools.
Evidence
API: https://socialmediatrends-api.osmike.com/v1/trends/2901378