Instinct, the rapidly growing AI assistant startup valued at $2.5 billion, has launched a new feature that provides users with Instinct-specific email addresses. Announced by founder Noah Shinn, these addresses enable the AI to independently create and manage accounts, communicate with businesses, and handle support inquiries on behalf of users without cluttering their personal inboxes. This enhancement aims to streamline task management that traditionally requires email interactions, such as signing up for services or coordinating special requests.

The new email functionality allows users to simply forward relevant emails—like order confirmations—to Instinct, empowering the AI to complete complex tasks autonomously. For example, Instinct can process product returns by contacting customer support, clarifying user preferences, and delivering return labels without direct user intervention. The AI can also participate in group email threads to stay informed on ongoing discussions and notify users when their input is needed, facilitating a more continuous and less manual workflow.

This update builds on Instinct’s recent integrations, including a partnership with 1Password to manage logins securely and a location-sharing feature that assists users by providing contextual recommendations and travel-related assistance. Additionally, Instinct collaborated with Stripe to enable seamless payments, allowing the assistant to make bookings or purchases for users smoothly. Together, these features position Instinct as a fully autonomous AI agent capable of managing numerous aspects of a user’s digital life.

While the new email service enhances convenience for users seeking to reduce their email and task burdens, it also introduces a layer of obscurity for businesses communicating with their customers, as they interact with the AI rather than the individual directly. Early supporters have already reserved their Instinct email addresses, with general availability offered through mail.instinct.com, marking a significant step forward in AI-assisted personal and business communication management.