AI startup SqaaS, backed by travel-tech firm ixigo, has introduced ShellBot, an autonomous AI agent platform aimed at streamlining routine work for professionals and businesses. Launched after ixigo acquired a significant stake in the Spain-based company, ShellBot represents a strategic move by investors to diversify into AI-driven productivity tools beyond travel technology.
Autonomous assistant built for practical workflows
ShellBot is designed to operate as more than a conversational chatbot; it functions as an independent agent that can run tasks in the background. The platform handles activities such as managing emails, scheduling meetings, conducting research, and assisting with writing or coding, allowing users to delegate recurring or time-consuming work.
Integration with widely used business apps — including WhatsApp, Slack, Gmail and Microsoft Teams — is a core feature, enabling seamless adoption within existing workflows. Each agent runs on a dedicated virtual environment, which preserves context and remembers prior interactions to deliver a progressively personalised experience.
Security, transparency and user control
SqaaS emphasises security and control in ShellBot’s design. The platform incorporates permission-based actions, confirmation prompts for sensitive operations and measures to reduce misuse. Visibility tools let users monitor agent activity, reinforcing accountability and trust in automated processes.
With a straightforward setup and pricing positioned to suit freelancers, startups and larger enterprises, ShellBot seeks to make advanced AI capabilities broadly accessible. The launch underscores a wider industry trend of embedding autonomous AI agents into daily work to boost productivity and free professionals for higher-value tasks.
