During Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan’s keynote at COMPUTEX 2026 on June 2, Srinivas introduced Perplexity Computer, which was launched earlier this year. This system can leverage up to 20 AI models and manage tasks across various tools and files.
“It forms a team of agents, utilizes up to 20 distinct AI models, and orchestrates interactions across models, tools, and files within a unified system,” Srinivas stated at the event hosted by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council.
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He explained that the system’s agent network is tailored to coordinate different AI models while balancing intelligence, accuracy, privacy, and cost through a method he referred to as hybrid agentic inference. “This enables you to operate smaller models locally,” he added.
His comments underscored a rising interest in the AI sector regarding the execution of certain AI functionalities on personal devices, alongside the use of data centers for more resource-intensive tasks.
“What we are presenting today is merely the beginning,” the tech CEO remarked, noting that the future will involve enhanced computing power in both data centers and local systems.
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Srinivas characterized the technology as a significant achievement in engineering, both in AI and chip development, and expressed gratitude towards Intel for their collaboration. “Partnering with you and Intel has been a truly enjoyable experience,” he stated.
Earlier in the keynote, Tan emphasized that AI is transforming the way users engage with computing devices, spotlighting on-device AI as a crucial focus area.
“AI is significantly influencing our interaction with devices. A key priority for us is the implementation of AI directly on devices. In collaboration with partners, we are leading the way in advancing intelligence,” Tan mentioned.
