Amazon Loses Bid to Block Perplexity’s AI Shopping Tools in Landmark US Court Ruling
A landmark US appeals court ruling has overturned Amazon’s attempt to block Perplexity’s AI-powered shopping tools, allowing the technology to continue operating while the broader legal dispute proceeds. The decision could influence how courts define access, authorization, and responsibility when AI agents browse websites or assist consumers online. It also highlights growing tensions between major digital platforms and emerging AI companies over data control, security, consumer choice, and the future of agent-driven online commerce globally.