Instinct, a startup founded last year by 23-year-old Noah Shinn, has secured $350 million in funding to reach a $2.5 billion valuation. The company, operated by Spear Street Technology, raised $250 million in a Series B round co-led by Index Ventures and Benchmark. It offers an AI agent that connects to user devices and applications to manage daily tasks through text and voice calls. Early adopters report using the tool to organise travel itineraries, purchase groceries, and cancel subscriptions. Shinn noted that users have even planned weddings with the system. The application currently operates in private beta but has generated significant debate regarding its privacy model. Critics highlight the extensive permissions required by the app and terms of use that some find overly invasive. This funding allows the team to scale operations while addressing growing concerns about data access and user consent in an era where digital assistants demand increasing control over personal information.
- Founder Noah Shinn is 23 years old.
- Total funding includes a $250 million Series B round.
- Investors are Index Ventures and Benchmark.
