AI Agent Takes Over Tasks via Chat!

Emergent, an Indian startup, has introduced Wingman, a messaging-first autonomous AI agent. This new tool expands into the growing market of software that operates in the background to complete tasks for users.

Wingman is designed to integrate with messaging platforms such as WhatsApp and Telegram, enabling users to assign and monitor tasks through chat interfaces. The AI agent functions across connected tools like email and calendars, autonomously performing routine actions.

To address concerns about fully autonomous systems, Emergent has implemented "trust boundaries." This feature allows Wingman to handle basic tasks independently while requiring user approval for more significant decisions, ensuring a balance between automation and human oversight.

The company acknowledges that Wingman still faces limitations, particularly in highly ambiguous situations, edge cases, or workflows demanding significant human judgment. The agent is currently rolling out with a limited free trial, with paid access to follow.