Tech Engineer Turns Down Perplexity AI Role, Becomes a Financial Fumble
In a tale of what could have been, software engineer Aditya Baradwaj's decision to reject a founding engineer spot at Perplexity AI, prior to the AI boom, has turned heads. Instead, Baradwaj took a leap with Alameda Research/FTX, only to witness its collapse amid hefty scandals. With Perplexity AI establishing itself as a top player in the AI market, the move has been termed a costly blunder, emphasizing the unpredictable nature of tech career decisions.
Feb 10