Billionaire Pearl Kapur launches India's answer to ChatGPT, Perplexity
What's the story
Indian billionaire Pearl Kapur has unveiled Kyvex, a cutting-edge AI-powered search engine that aims to compete with global platforms like ChatGPT and Perplexity. The platform is currently available as a web-based application and will soon be expanded to Android, iOS, and integrated browser applications. The move is backed by eminent academicians such as Professor Ramgopal Rao, former Director of IIT Delhi, and Professor P.P. Chakrabarti, former Director of IIT Kharagpur.
Vision
Research-focused AI assistant
Kyvex is designed as a deep research-focused AI assistant, powered by its own in-house developed large language model (LLM). The platform seeks to revolutionize information access and research with accuracy, context awareness, and also depth of insight. Kapur said, "Kyvex is India's leap into the future of intelligent research and information discovery." He added that they are building an ecosystem that puts India at the forefront of AI innovation while keeping access free and open to everyone.
Market influence
'Made in India, for the world'
Kyvex marks a major shift in India's start-up ecosystem, emphasizing the country's growing dominance in AI and deep tech. With its focus on research-grade responses, transparency, and accessibility, Kyvex is set to become a global leader in intelligent information systems. The platform is "made in India, for the world," 100% developed by Indian AI engineers and researchers with support from leading IIT experts to boost India's presence in global AI innovation.