Perplexity Launches Computer: Autonomous Multi-Agent AI Digital Worker Platform
Published 2026-03-01Agentic AIHigh⭐ Timeline Candidate
Summary
Perplexity AI has launched Perplexity Computer, a new flagship product described as an autonomous multi-agent AI system that converts high-level goals into finished deliverables. The platform operates in a secure cloud sandbox with real filesystem access, a browser, and hundreds of app connectors, requiring no local installation. Perplexity positions it as a step beyond its existing search product — rather than returning cited answers to questions, Computer executes complete workflows including
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Alignment: Reinforces current position
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