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Poke Launches AI Agent, Secures $25M Funding

4/9/2026

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Summary

Story summary

Poke, a Palo Alto–based startup, launched an AI agent on iMessage, SMS, and Telegram in March 2026 to democratize AI automation.
It targets actionable tasks such as daily planning, health tracking, and smart home control.
Poke has raised $25 million and is valued at $300 million.
The platform emphasizes security and privacy and plans to incentivize creators to build shareable automation recipes.

History

Historical Context

The iPhone, unveiled by Steve Jobs on January 9, 2007, transformed mobile communication by integrating a user-friendly touchscreen and a robust app ecosystem. Its launch spurred over $25 billion in venture capital investments in tech startups that year. Today, the ongoing integration of AI in platforms like Poke reflects the iPhone's legacy, emphasizing security and privacy in technology.

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Story summary

Poke, a Palo Alto–based startup, launched an AI agent on iMessage, SMS, and Telegram in March 2026 to democratize AI automation.
It targets actionable tasks such as daily planning, health tracking, and smart home control.
Poke has raised $25 million and is valued at $300 million.
The platform emphasizes security and privacy and plans to incentivize creators to build shareable automation recipes.

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