Meta launches Muse AI agent for task automation
Meta has launched Muse, a personal AI agent designed to automate tasks such as sending emails, making purchases, and managing schedules. Muse operates in a dedicated secure virtual machine that keeps user data separate, and supports actions like booking travel and handling routine online activities. For purchases, Muse uses Link by Stripe for checkout and purchase protection. Muse is available via its own app, WhatsApp, and other Meta platforms. A waitlist and invite process is in place.
- Runs on secure, isolated virtual machine
- Performs tasks like email, shopping, scheduling
- Uses Link by Stripe for purchases and protections
- Waitlist and invite codes control early access
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How it unfolded
- Android Authority Meta wants you to trust its Muse AI with your calendar, reminders, and bank accounts
- TechCrunch Meta debuts its Muse AI agent. Will consumers trust it?
- Engadget Meta reveals its AI agent that can shop, send emails and plan trips on your behalf
- New York Times Meta Introduces Muse, an A.I. Agent That Can Send Your Emails and Book Your Travel
- Meta Introducing Muse: The World’s First Personal AI Agent Built for Everyone
- 9to5Mac Meta AI launches Muse personal agent, including a new mobile app for iPhone
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