Perplexity details plan to share ad revenue with outlets cited by its AI chatbot

July 30, 2024: Perplexity AI Shares Ad Revenue with Publishers - Perplexity AI plans to share ad revenue with publishers whose content is cited by its AI chatbot, addressing plagiarism accusations. Partnering with major outlets like TIME and The Texas Tribune, the company will provide API access and support to create custom answer engines. Ads will be displayed in the coming months, with double-digit percentage revenue shares. This initiative aligns with publishers, ensuring sustainable content creation. Unlike others, Perplexity prioritizes ad revenue over traffic, inviting dissenting publishers to join the program.