# Meta launches new AI agent – here’s what to know > Source: > Published: 2026-09-08 21:43:38+00:00 # Meta launches new AI agent – here’s what to know - [Meta](/topic/meta) has launched a personal artificial intelligence agent named Muse to help adults manage daily tasks, schedule events, and turn long-term goals into actionable plans. - Available initially to users aged 18 and over in the US, the tool operates within a secure virtual machine via a standalone application or WhatsApp. - Unlike standard chatbots, Muse can independently perform actions such as browsing the web, filling out forms, negotiating, and overseeing complete email workflows. - The rollout aligns with Meta Chief Executive Mark Zuckerberg's strategy to provide accessible [AI](/topic/ai) superintelligence capable of working continuously on behalf of individuals. - It remains to be seen whether consumers will broadly adopt the new AI agent technology.