AI Bot Instinct Raises Billions, Struggles with Real-World Tasks

A new AI personal assistant called Instinct, launched by 23-year-old Noah Shinn, is reportedly seeking $1 billion in funding at a multi-billion dollar valuation. The bot, accessible via iMessage or WhatsApp, can perform real-world tasks like ordering groceries, booking flights, and negotiating prices. However, users report costly errors, including premature flight cancellations and unauthorized restaurant reservations, raising security concerns about giving AI agents access to credit cards and personal accounts.