India’s vibe-coding startup Emergent enters OpenClaw-like AI agent space
TechCrunch·2h ago·Neutral
What Happened
Emergent, an Indian startup, launched Wingman, a messaging-first autonomous AI agent. The Bengaluru-based company, known for its vibe-coding platform, raised $70 million in January at $300 million valuation. Wingman operates through WhatsApp, Telegram, and iMessage, handling routine tasks autonomously while requiring user approval for significant actions. The startup reports 8 million platform users and 1.5 million monthly active users.
Key Entities
EmergentWingmanMukund JhaSoftBankKhosla VenturesLightspeed Venture PartnersWhatsAppTelegramiMessageOpenClawAnthropic