Particle, the AI news startup known for respecting publishers while simplifying the news, has launched its web version. The new platform at Particle.news offers fast, AI-generated summaries across trending topics — without replacing or stealing from newsrooms.
With this move, Particle hopes to reach more readers who want a better way to stay informed. Visitors can browse popular headlines or explore categories like Technology, Politics, Science, Sports, Crime, and more.
Just like the mobile app, the website delivers smart summaries. But it doesn’t stop there. Particle’s AI also pulls out key quotes, gives context, and answers common reader questions. These answers are now visible online, offering a helpful snapshot of each story. While you can’t chat with the AI yet, you can still benefit from what others have asked.
Want to know more about a person or company in a story? Just click on highlighted names like “Trump” or “Nintendo Switch.” You’ll land on an “entity page” — a quick fact sheet with background info and links to related news. These pages pull data from trusted sources like Wikipedia and help users dig deeper without extra searching.
The platform doesn’t just summarize. It also gives credit where it’s due. Each story includes links to original publisher articles right next to the summary. Early app tests showed readers clicked through, leading Particle to partner with trusted names like Reuters, Fortune, and AFP.
At the end of each summary, you’ll also find links to related coverage. This encourages users to explore more while giving publishers the traffic they deserve.
Sharing works better now, too. When users send a link from the app, it opens in the browser — no app required. This allows anyone with a link to access Particle’s summaries instantly.
While many media outlets have faced backlash for using AI to replace human reporters, Particle takes a different path. The founders want to use AI to enhance understanding, not cut out journalists. They believe readers should explore news with help from AI, not be fed AI-written stories.
The startup was founded in 2023 by Sara Beykpour, a former senior product lead at Twitter, and Marcel Molina, an ex-engineer at both Twitter and Tesla. Backed by $4.4 million in seed funding and a $10.9 million Series A led by Lightspeed, Particle is now one of the rising stars in AI-powered media.
Other tech companies are also exploring AI summaries. Yahoo revamped its News app after acquiring Artifact, while Bloomberg and USA Today are testing similar features. But when it comes to trust, readers seem more open to AI tools that support — not replace — newsrooms.
In a world flooded with headlines, Particle offers a faster, smarter way to read the news. And this time, it’s built for the open web.
