Instinct brings its AI agent to group chats, even for friends without an account
Instinct is launching group chats that let friends use its AI agent together for tasks like planning trips, organizing carpools, and coordinating events.
TechCrunch reports: Instinct is launching group chats that let friends use its AI agent together for tasks like planning trips, organizing carpools, and coordinating events.
The company says personal accounts remain separate, with permission required before personal agents share information or take action.
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