Instinct and Meta's Muse, leading text-based AI assistants, have introduced new calling features that allow their agents to place calls and handle tasks like booking restaurants or managing service issues. Instinct's new 'Concierge' service offers high-touch support such as securing reservations at restaurants without online booking and managing cancellations. Meta's Muse also rolled out outbound calling to U.S. businesses, prioritizing users who requested the feature. These updates level the playing field among AI assistants, enhancing their utility and appeal to users. Instinct recently raised significant funding and is valued at $10 billion, reflecting strong investor interest in versatile AI assistants.
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