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AI Agent Instinct Raises $1 Billion in Series C Funding

AI agent startup Instinct has closed a $1 billion Series C funding round, valuing the company at $10 billion. This comes just one month after raising $350 million at a $2.5 billion valuation.

28 September 2026
AI Agent Instinct Raises $1 Billion in Series C Funding

Artificial intelligence startup Instinct announced on Monday that it has secured $1 billion in Series C funding, bringing its valuation to $10 billion. The round was led by new investors including Sequoia Capital, Benchmark Capital, and Coatue.

This latest funding follows a significant Series B round just one month prior, where Instinct raised $350 million at a $2.5 billion valuation. The rapid succession and scale of these funding rounds highlight the intense investor interest in the AI agent sector.

Instinct's AI agent technology aims to automate and streamline digital tasks. The company has experienced rapid user adoption since its launch, positioning itself within a rapidly growing market for AI-powered assistants.

The substantial capital infusion is expected to fuel further product development and support Instinct's expansion efforts. The company's swift ascent reflects broader trends in AI investment, with a focus on tools that enhance productivity and workflow automation.

Original source: techcrunch.com