Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the emerging competition in the AI browser market, highlighting the launch of Perplexity's AI browser, Comet, and the anticipated entry of OpenAI into the same space, indicating a significant shift in how users interact with the internet [2][4][33]. Group 1: Market Dynamics - The AI browser market is becoming increasingly crowded with players like Google Chrome, Apple Safari, and new entrants such as Dia and FellouAI browsers [5][6][36]. - Google Chrome currently holds a dominant position with a market share of approximately 66% [6]. - Perplexity's decision to enter the browser market stems from a rejection by Google to set its search engine as the default, prompting the need to create its own browser to connect with users [26][29]. Group 2: Comet's Features and User Experience - Comet is designed as a super intelligent assistant, integrating deeply with user tasks across browsing, searching, and entertainment [8][11]. - The browser can automatically recognize content being viewed and allows users to ask questions without needing to open new windows or copy text [18][20]. - While Comet performs well with simple tasks, it struggles with more complex requests, requiring extensive permissions from users [21][22]. Group 3: Competitive Landscape - OpenAI is also developing a browser to compete directly with Google Chrome, aiming to enhance data collection for model training and personalization [34]. - New entrants like Dia and FellouAI are positioning themselves as "AI-native" browsers, attempting to redefine user experience and bypass traditional browser functionalities [36][37]. - Google is actively enhancing Chrome with AI features to maintain its competitive edge, despite the emergence of new players [39]. Group 4: User Engagement and Growth Potential - Perplexity reported a search query volume of 780 million in May, with a month-over-month growth rate exceeding 20%, indicating a strong user base that can be leveraged for Comet [30][31]. - The competition for the next-generation "super entry point" in digital interaction is intensifying, with various companies vying for user attention in the browser space [42].

Market Overview - The three major U.S. indices showed mixed results, with the Dow Jones Industrial Average rising by 35.16 points (0.08%) to close at 42,206.82 points, while the Nasdaq fell by 98.86 points (0.51%) to 19,447.41 points, and the S&P 500 dropped by 13.03 points (0.22%) to 5,967.84 points [1] - European markets saw the DAX 30 index increase by 300.92 points (1.31%) to 23,357.63 points, while the FTSE 100 index decreased by 16.83 points (0.19%) to 8,774.97 points [1] Commodities - International oil prices fell, with Brent crude oil futures down by $1.84 (1.33%) to $77.01 per barrel, and WTI crude oil down by $0.21 (0.28%) to $74.93 per barrel [2] - COMEX gold futures decreased by 0.70% to $3,384.10 per ounce, and COMEX silver futures fell by 2.55% to $35.970 per ounce [3] Cryptocurrency - Bitcoin saw a slight increase of 0.43% to $105,087.6, while Ethereum rose by 0.74% to $2,530.68 [4] Federal Reserve and Economic Outlook - A Federal Reserve official expressed support for a potential interest rate cut in July, amidst a divided opinion among policymakers regarding the urgency of such a move [5][6] - President Trump criticized Federal Reserve Chairman Powell for not acting decisively to lower interest rates, suggesting that a reduction could save the U.S. up to $1 trillion annually [5] Geopolitical Developments - President Trump announced a two-week delay in deciding whether to take military action against Iran, contributing to a decline in oil prices [2][6] - Ongoing negotiations between Iran and European leaders have not yielded significant progress, with Iran insisting that Israel must cease its attacks before any nuclear negotiations can resume [7] Company News - Apple is reportedly in discussions to acquire Perplexity AI, which could enhance its AI-based search engine capabilities. If the acquisition does not proceed, Apple plans to integrate Perplexity as an option in its Safari browser [9]