Viral AI agent Instinct raises $1 billion Series C at a $10 billion
Instinct has raised a $1 billion Series C, saying 'we're just getting started.' The company is now valued at $10 billion.
By Dillip Chowdary • Sep 28, 2026 • Source: TechCrunch
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TechCrunch reports: Viral AI agent Instinct raises $1B Series C at a $10B valuation. Instinct has raised a $1 billion Series C, saying 'we're just getting started.' The company is now valued at $10 billion.
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