Caddy, an AI assistant, is available in iMessage for iPhone users and RCS for Android users, allowing users to manage tasks without a separate app. It connects to calendars and conversations to identify actions needed, such as adding events or setting reminders. Caddy has been in public beta since April 2026.
Fambot, an AI-powered 'chief of staff' for families, works across an app and text messages, sending daily summaries of upcoming events and to-dos. It connects to Gmail and Google Calendar, with support for Outlook and Apple Calendar planned. Fambot is currently free during its beta period and expects to charge roughly the equivalent of a Netflix subscription.
Folk, an AI assistant, can be reached through iMessage, WhatsApp, and Telegram, and runs on its own private cloud computer. It can execute multi-step tasks and run code, offering a free tier with a Pro subscription at $8.33/month for unlimited background tasks.
"Instinct first made headlines after raising $350 million at a $2.5 billion valuation," said the company. In September 2026, it raised $1 billion, valuing it at $10 billion. The agent can take actions on behalf of users, such as planning trips and booking tickets.
The announcement follows Instinct's launch of dedicated email addresses for users, allowing the agent to manage accounts without filling the user's personal inbox. It also began rolling out support for placing calls, though concerns about privacy and security have been raised.
Instinct did not say how it will handle user data securely, and the company remains in private beta. The agent can use its email address to sign up for services and contact businesses, but the extent of its autonomy remains a topic of discussion.
Source: techcrunch
