Benzingaยท2025-10-11 08:29Core Insights - Perplexity AI's CEO, Aravind Srinivas, has cautioned against the misuse of AI tools following a viral video showing the Comet browser completing assignments rapidly [1][2] - The Comet browser, designed for high autonomy, has demonstrated the ability to finish complex tasks in seconds, raising concerns about its potential for misuse in educational settings [2][5] Group 1: Comet's Capabilities and Concerns - Comet completed a 45-minute web design assignment in just 16 seconds and a 100-question exam in 13 minutes with a score of 96% [2] - The browser's design allows it to execute hidden instructions, making it susceptible to "prompt injection" attacks that can alter its intended behavior [3][4] Group 2: Market Context and Educational Implications - The educational AI market is expanding, with companies like Perplexity, Alphabet Inc., Microsoft Corp., and Anthropic promoting AI tools as learning aids [5][6] - Srinivas announced that students could access the $200 Comet browser for free, positioning it as a tool to enhance study efficiency [5]