TechCrunch Startup News This startup thinks email could be the key to usable AI agents
Jul 23, 2025
Discover how a groundbreaking AI agent platform is transforming workplace productivity. The founders of Mixus discuss their unique approach, allowing users to manage tasks directly through email and Slack. This innovative integration empowers human interaction with AI agents, aiming to revolutionize collaboration in the modern office. Tune in to hear how they're redefining the future of task management!
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Humans Critical for AI Agents
- AI agents still face major challenges like hallucination and poor decision-making without human input.
- Humans are crucial in the workflow for AI agents to succeed, ensuring oversight and cooperation.
Email as AI Agent Interface
- Mixus lets users interact with AI agents directly through email or Slack, meeting users where they already work.
- This approach democratises access to AI agents by integrating into familiar communication tools.
Demo: AI Research with Human Review
- Mixus demoed an agent that researched TechCrunch reporters and prepared a pitch with human verification steps.
- The agent pauses to send info for human review before final delivery, showing flexible human-in-the-loop design.