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Instinct was the buzziest AI agent around — can it survive Muse? - The Verge
Publisher description: Instinct’s AI agent can get a lot done in its minimal text messaging-based interface. But no AI can do it all, and the buzzy startup has some big competition.
NewsAPI | Oct 9, 2026 | Allison Johnson
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And while Muse’s cuddly bear mascot and Dots’ anthropomorphized blobs feel like obvious attempts to capture a wider consumer audience, Instinct feels markedly different. Conversations with Instinct’s agent happen over text — either through iMessage, WhatsApp, or email. Separately, Instinct also flagged a potential conflict on my calendar while it was doing another chore for me. When asked if Instinct would remain free, Shinn responded that “Instinct is free for invite-only users.
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