theverge.com·Mar 10, 2026
A federal judge has ordered Perplexity to cease using its AI agents to shop on Amazon, citing evidence that the Comet AI browser accessed Amazon's marketplace without authorization, violating computer fraud and abuse laws.
The legal action against Perplexity's Comet AI browser highlights the increasing regulatory scrutiny on AI agents, particularly regarding unauthorized access to platforms. This case underscores the necessity for AI startups to ensure compliance with existing digital platform policies and laws, emphasizing the importance of secure, transparent, and authorized operations for AI agents in commercial applications.