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Yahoo
4 hours ago
- Business
- Yahoo
LayerX Becomes First Enterprise Browser Company to Support Perplexity's New Comet Browser
NEW YORK, July 23, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- LayerX Security, the leader in browser-based data security and GenAI usage control, announced today that it is the first enterprise browser security vendor to support Comet, the newly launched AI-native browser by Perplexity. The announcement reinforces LayerX's commitment to helping customers enjoy the productivity gains of AI tools while protecting them against AI data risks, and solidifies LayerX's position at the forefront of enterprise browser security. As organizations increasingly shift to SaaS applications, the browser has become the epicenter of modern work. Moreover, as artificial intelligence redefines productivity, the web browser has also become the common interface for AI applications. Whether it's interacting with AI assistants like ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot and Google Gemini, or leveraging SaaS platforms enhanced with LLMs and AI browser extensions, today's digital workforce increasingly lives inside the browser. And yet, while the web has transformed, browsers themselves have remained largely unchanged since Mosaic launched over 30 years ago. That's beginning to change. With the introduction of next-generation AI browsers like Comet by Perplexity and Dia by The Browser Company (makers of Arc), the paradigm is shifting. These AI-native browsers embed large language models directly into the core browsing experience — dramatically altering user workflows, productivity and security posture. Perplexity, one of the world's fastest-growing AI platforms, now boasts over 15 million monthly active users and is leading the charge into this new frontier. However, the emergence of these intelligent browsers presents a new set of security challenges for enterprises. When AI tools are natively embedded into the browser, sensitive company data can be unknowingly exposed to external LLMs. Traditional Secure Enterprise Browsers (SEBs) such as those from Island or Palo Alto Networks require organizations to rip-and-replace users' existing browsers, making them incompatible with AI-native browsers like Comet. Only a browser-agnostic security architecture, like the one pioneered by LayerX, can enforce enterprise-grade controls across all browser types: mainstream, independent or next-gen. As an extension-based browser security solution, LayerX seamlessly integrates with new AI-native browsers without disrupting user workflows. In addition to Comet, LayerX now supports Dia, the AI-native browser by The Browser Company of New York. This adds to LayerX's growing list of integrations across major browsers and new entrants alike. With this expansion, LayerX continues to lead the market in securing AI-enabled productivity tools, SaaS access and browser-native GenAI usage. 'The AI browser era is here, and with it comes an entirely new class of risks,' said Or Eshed, CEO of LayerX. 'LayerX is proud to be the first enterprise security company to support Comet and Dia, ensuring organizations can embrace innovation without compromising security.' 'AI-native browsers like Comet are fundamentally reshaping how users interact with the web. Instead of visiting a site, running a search or opening an app, users are now engaging directly with an AI agent that sits inside the browser and acts on their behalf. This shift is massively accelerating productivity, but it's also creating new blind spots for security teams,' said David Vaisbrud, CTO of LayerX. 'This is why enterprises need security solutions that can operate inside this new workflow, at the browser level, in real time and with full awareness of AI activity.' LayerX is uniquely positioned to solve the security challenges of AI browsers. Gartner recently recognized LayerX as a representative vendor in both the Secure Enterprise Browser product category and the emerging AI Usage Control (AUC) category in the recently released Hype Cycle for Workload and Network Security, 2025 and the Hype Cycle for Workspace Security, 2025 reports. LayerX was the only browser security provider mentioned in the AI Usage Control category, demonstrating how LayerX's security platform is bridging the gap between browser security and AI security. Organizations interested in seeing how LayerX secures AI-native browsers like Comet and Dia can request a live demo at: About LayerXLayerX is the leading provider of browser security solutions that protect enterprise data in the modern work environment. Purpose-built to secure SaaS access, GenAI usage, and browser-based workflows, LayerX enables enterprises to gain granular visibility and control at the point of risk: the browser. Contacts Business: press@ Media: dmontner@ Tech PR
Yahoo
2 days ago
- Business
- Yahoo
Dia launches a skill gallery, Perplexity to add tasks to Comet
AI-powered browsers are nowhere near the easy future they promise, when they would be able to do complex multi-step tasks for you. However, the makers of these browsers are trying to make users' lives easier by adding a way to easily repeat some prompts for the tasks they frequently perform. The Browser Company's new Dia browser already has a skills feature, which lets users ask the browser to execute a command or create a code snippet based on a prompt. For instance, you could ask the browser to find interesting events happening in the next few days near you. You can save the prompt for future use and invoke it using a shortcut. While the community has put together some threads and webpages to help users find skills created by other users, The Browser Company has now launched the 0.1 version of the official gallery. The gallery has a number of skills, organized by category, and you can simply copy the prompt to add the skill to your own library. Perplexity's new browser Comet is also preparing to launch a similar feature. Over the weekend, the company's CEO Aravind Srinivas said that the browser will get ready-made shortcuts for repetitive tasks like organizing tabs, preparing for meetings, or looking up trending topics on social media. He also said users will be able to create their own 'Tampermonkey-like scripts' using natural language prompts for common use cases. Error while retrieving data Sign in to access your portfolio Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data Error while retrieving data
TechCrunch
2 days ago
- Business
- TechCrunch
Dia launches a skill gallery, Perplexity to add tasks to Comet
AI-powered browsers are nowhere near the easy future they promise, when they would be able to do complex multi-step tasks for you. However, the makers of these browsers are trying to make users' lives easier by adding a way to easily repeat some prompts for the tasks they frequently perform. The Browser Company's new Dia browser already has a skills feature, which lets users ask the browser to execute a command or create a code snippet based on a prompt. For instance, you could ask the browser to find interesting events happening in the next few days near you. You can save the prompt for future use and invoke it using a shortcut. While the community has put together some threads and webpages to help users find skills created by other users, The Browser Company has now launched the 0.1 version of the official gallery. The gallery has a number of skills, organized by category, and you can simply copy the prompt to add the skill to your own library. Image Credits: Screenshot by TechCrunch Perplexity's new browser Comet is also preparing to launch a similar feature. Over the weekend, the company's CEO Aravind Srinivas said that the browser will get ready-made shortcuts for repetitive tasks like organizing tabs, preparing for meetings, or looking up trending topics on social media. shortcuts for repetitive tasks rolling out next week on comet. more invites will be sent next week too. the browser is going to be your personal console for getting work done. — Aravind Srinivas (@AravSrinivas) July 20, 2025 He also said users will be able to create their own 'Tampermonkey-like scripts' using natural language prompts for common use cases.
TechCrunch
14-07-2025
- Business
- TechCrunch
As the browser wars heat up, here are the hottest alternatives to Chrome and Safari in 2025
Google Chrome and Apple's Safari currently dominate the web browser market, with Chrome holding a significant share due to the tech giant's ongoing innovations, particularly in integrating generative AI into its search functionalities. However, users seeking alternatives will find a variety of browsers aiming to challenge these industry giants. To help navigate the competitive landscape of the browser wars, we've compiled an overview of some of the top alternative browsers available today. This includes browsers leveraging AI, open-source browsers that promote customization and privacy, and 'mindful browsers'—a new term that refers to browsers designed to enhance user well-being. AI-powered browsers Image Credits:Perplexity Perplexity's Comet Perplexity is the most recent startup in the space to launch an AI-powered web browser. Called Comet, the company's new product acts as a chatbot-based search engine, and can perform actions like summarizing emails, browsing web pages, and performing tasks such as sending calendar invites. It's currently only available to users with Perplexity's $200/month Max plan, but there's also a waitlist where people can sign up. The Browser Company's Dia Image Credits:The Browser Company The Browser Company, the startup behind the Arc browser, recently introduced Dia, its AI-centric browser that looks similar to Google Chrome but with an AI chat tool. Currently available as an invite-only beta, Dia is designed to help users navigate the web more easily. It's able to look at every website that a user has visited and every website they're logged into, enabling it to help you find information and perform tasks. For instance, Dia can provide information about the page a user is currently browsing, answer questions about a product, and summarize uploaded files. To get early access to Dia, users have to be an Arc member. Non-members can join the waitlist. Opera's Neon Image Credits:Opera Another recent entry into the AI agentic browser war is Opera's Neon, which has contextual awareness and can do things like researching, shopping, and writing snippets of code. Notably, it can even perform tasks while the user is offline. Neon has yet to become available, but people can join the waitlist. It will be a subscription product; however, Opera hasn't announced pricing yet. OpenAI's rumored browser According to Reuters, OpenAI may also be releasing an AI-powered web browser as soon as July. The browser is reported to operate inside ChatGPT, letting users browse websites inside the chatbot instead of directing to outside links. Privacy-focused browsers Image Credits:Brave Brave Brave is among the more well-known privacy-first browsers, popular for its built-in ad and tracker blocking capabilities. It also has a gamified approach to browsing, rewarding users with its own cryptocurrency called Basic Attention Token (BAT). When users choose to opt in to view ads, supporting their favorite websites, they get a share of the ad revenue. Additional features include a VPN service, an AI assistant, and a video calling feature. DuckDuckGo Image Credits:DuckDuckGo DuckDuckGo is another browser that many people are probably already familiar with, thanks to its search engine by the same name. Launched in 2008, the company recently made significant investments in its browser to stay competitive by introducing generative AI features, such as a chatbot. It also enhanced its scam blocker to detect a wider range of scams, including fake cryptocurrency exchanges, scareware tactics, and fraudulent e-commerce websites. In addition to blocking scams, DuckDuckGo prevents trackers and ads, and it doesn't track user data, resulting in fewer pop-ups for users. Ladybird Image Credits:Ladybird Ladybird, led by GitHub co-founder and former CEO Chris Wanstrath, has an ambitious mission compared to other rivals: it aims to build an entirely new open-source browser from scratch. This means it will not rely on code from existing browsers, a feat that has rarely been accomplished. Most alternative web browsers depend on the Chromium open-source project maintained by Google, which is the most widely used base for many browsers. Like other privacy-focused browsers, Ladybird will offer features to minimize data collection, such as a built-in ad blocker and the ability to block third-party cookies. The browser has yet to be launched, with an alpha version scheduled for release in 2026 for early adopters, available on Linux and macOS. Vivaldi Image Credits:Vivaldi Vivaldi is a Chromium-based browser created by one of the original developers of the Opera browser. Its biggest selling point is its customizable user interface, which allows users to change the appearance and enable or disable features. One unique feature is that the browser window changes color to match the website being viewed. Other key features include ad blocking, a password manager, no user data tracking, and productivity tools such as a calendar and notes. Niche browsers Image Credits:Opera Opera Air Opera launched the Air browser in February, becoming one of the first mindfulness-themed browsers in the space. While Opera Air functions like a typical web browser, it includes unique features designed to support mental well-being. These features consist of break reminders and breathing exercises. Another feature, called 'Boosts,' provides a selection of binaural beats to either help improve focus or relaxation. SigmaOS Image Credits:SigmaOS SigmaOS is a Mac-only browser featuring a workspace-style interface that emphasizes productivity. It displays tabs vertically, allowing users to treat them like a to-do list that can be marked as complete or snoozed for later. Users can create workspaces—essentially groups of tabs—to better organize different activities, such as separating work from entertainment. This Y Combinator-backed browser has been around for a few years now and has most recently begun introducing more AI features, including the ability to summarize various elements of a web page, such as ratings, reviews, and prices. It also has an AI assistant that can answer questions, translate text, and rewrite content. SigmaOS is free to use, but users who want more than three workspaces can subscribe to a plan for $8 per month, which provides unlimited workspaces. Zen Browser Image Credits:Zen Browser Zen Browser aims to create a 'calmer internet' with its open-source browser. Zen lets users organize tabs into Workspaces, offers Split View to view two tabs side by side, among other productivity-focused features. Users can also enhance their browsing experience with community-made plugins and themes, such as a mod that makes the tab background transparent.
Android Authority
09-07-2025
- Business
- Android Authority
Perplexity challenges Chrome by launching a (very expensive) AI web browser
TL;DR Perplexity is rolling out a new browser called 'Comet.' Comet is currently only available to users who subscribe to the Perplexity Max plan. Availability will expand on an invite-only basis. It appears the rise of AI-centered browsers is upon us. Not too long ago, The Browser Company revealed it was moving on from its quirky Arc browser and shifting focus to its AI-powered successor, Dia. As The Browser Company continues to work on Dia, which is currently in beta, AI startup Perplexity is launching its own competing browser. Today, Perplexity announced the rollout of a browser that incorporates its AI assistant and search tools. The company calls its new browser 'Comet,' which is billed as 'A web browser built for today's internet.' It should come as no surprise that Comet uses Perplexity as its main search engine, providing AI-generated responses sourced from the web to answer your queries. In the sidebar, you'll also be able to access the AI assistant. This assistant gives the browser agentic capabilities, allowing it to perform tasks like summarizing text, buying a product, scheduling an event, or sending an email. At the moment, Comet is only available on PC and Mac, but the company says there are plans to expand to other platforms. If you want to try it out, you'll need to be a Perplexity Max subscriber, which costs $200 per month. However, availability is expected to expand, but only on an invitation basis. Got a tip? Talk to us! Email our staff at Email our staff at news@ . You can stay anonymous or get credit for the info, it's your choice.
