Think Twice Before Using Comet Browser: Security and Privacy Risks
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Perplexity’s Comet AI browser that initially cost $200/month became free to use
We must ask the obvious quesion: If it was so great why give it away for free? Answer, because it is shit.
Its like having a stranger, wearing a trench coat and dark sunglasses, hanging around in your bedroom while you attempt to seduce your wife/partner/lover.
Unhealthy spying on your personal and private life