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Cristiano Ronaldo invests in Perplexity AI

The soccer legend partners with the search startup to launch a dedicated 'CR7' hub.

Olivia Sharp 1 min read 695 views
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Cristiano Ronaldo takes an equity stake in Perplexity AI and launches a branded search hub, aiming to bring the AI tool to a mainstream audience.

Celebrity endorsement meets utility

Perplexity AI announced a high-profile partnership with soccer legend Cristiano Ronaldo on Thursday. The deal involves Ronaldo taking an undisclosed equity stake in the AI search startup and serving as a global brand ambassador.

Unlike typical celebrity endorsements, this partnership focuses on utility. Ronaldo stated he uses Perplexity for "high-stakes moments," including researching topics for business decisions and drafting public statements.

The 'Perplexity x CR7' Hub

As part of the collaboration, Perplexity launched an interactive "Perplexity x CR7" digital hub. - Features: The hub allows fans to query the AI about Ronaldo’s career statistics, …

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