News Summary

AI-powered search engine Perplexity has acquired Read.cv, a professional social media platform founded in 2021 by Andy Chung. Known for competing with LinkedIn, Read.cv offered tools for resume sharing, professional networking, and job listings. Following the acquisition, Read.cv will wind down operations, allowing users to export their data until May 16, 2025. Users of Read.cv’s ‘Sites’ feature, which allowed for personal website creation and ‘.cv’ domain management, will transition to Hello.cv starting January 31. Perplexity has not disclosed specific plans for Read.cv but has a history of corporate-focused enhancements, having previously acquired Carbon and Spellwise. The acquisition aligns with Perplexity’s strategy to enhance consumer and social experiences, as highlighted by CEO Aravind Srinivas. Perplexity has raised over $500 million and is valued at $9 billion.