39 stories tagged Meta
Instagram’s AI content labels, meant to flag synthetic images, are now incorrectly tagging real photos as AI-generated. Users report widespread confusion and frustration. Meta has not yet addressed the issue.
Meta is testing robots to perform routine maintenance and inspection tasks in its data centers, aiming to improve efficiency and reduce human workload. The robots work alongside technicians, not replace them, and are still in early trials.
Meta abandoned its plan to replace 60% of teams with AI agents after the agents caused large-scale disruptions and financial losses, highlighting the challenges of integrating AI into complex work environments.
Meta released Glimmer, an open-weight AI model that anyone can download and run on their own hardware. This contrasts with Meta's more powerful Muse Spark, which remains locked behind its APIs. Mark Zuckerberg argues AI should be accessible to everyone, not just a few labs.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg published a 6,500-word essay titled 'The Future is for Everyone,' outlining his vision for AI's role in society. He emphasizes collaboration, regulation, and the need for superintelligent AI to benefit everyone.
Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg previewed a vision for personal AI agents on the Q2 2026 earnings call. These agents will autonomously handle tasks like scheduling, messaging, and social media management, integrated across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
Meta has integrated its AI chatbot into Threads' direct messages, allowing users to interact with the assistant. This feature is currently available to a limited number of users in the U.S. and India.
Meta is upgrading its AI chatbot with productivity features including calendar access for event planning, daily briefings, and steerable in-depth research. The update positions Meta AI to better compete with rivals like Gemini, ChatGPT, and Claude.
Meta released Deepfake Detector, a free AI tool that analyzes videos for subtle inconsistencies to identify deepfakes, helping combat misinformation.
A group of 26 former Meta employees is suing the company, claiming its AI tools unfairly targeted workers on leave for layoffs. The lawsuit alleges Meta used performance data collected by internal AI to determine which employees to dismiss.
Meta has pulled a controversial AI feature from Instagram that let users generate images based on others' posts. The company admitted the tool 'missed the mark' after widespread criticism.
Meta has turned off a new Instagram feature that allowed users to create AI-generated images based on public accounts without permission. The move comes after significant backlash from users concerned about privacy and misuse.
Meta has launched Muse Spark 1.1, an AI model designed to compete with coding assistants. The model integrates with AI coding tools through a new API, offering significant improvements over its predecessor.
Meta has sparked controversy by letting users create AI-generated images using public Instagram profile pictures. Critics argue this violates privacy and consent, as users' photos can be used without explicit permission.
Meta has released Muse Spark 1.1, an AI tool designed to handle large-scale coding projects, fix bugs, and assist with major code migrations. This move positions Meta directly against competitors like GitHub Copilot and Amazon CodeWhisperer in the AI coding space.
Meta is starting production of its own AI chips designed for flexibility as AI technology evolves. This move could help Meta reduce its reliance on third-party hardware providers.
Meta’s new Muse Image model can add real people—like your Instagram friends—into AI-generated photos. This feature is already live in Meta AI, Instagram, and WhatsApp, with Facebook and Messenger coming soon.
Mark Zuckerberg told Meta employees that AI development isn't advancing as fast as hoped. This could delay consumer-facing AI products and services.
Meta has quietly released Pocket, an experimental AI app that lets users generate and share interactive mini-games just by describing them in text. This makes game creation accessible to anyone, not just developers.
Meta is developing plans for a cloud infrastructure business, selling access to AI compute power and models. The move would pit it against the big cloud providers like Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.
Meta has relaunched Facebook Creator Studio as a standalone AI companion app to help creators grow their audiences. The new AI Creator Assistant offers personalized tips and tools to improve content performance on Facebook.
Meta is reversing its $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus after Beijing ordered the deal undone. This highlights the growing tensions between global tech and Chinese regulations.
Engineers at Meta's AI division are reportedly on the verge of revolt due to extreme working conditions. The unit, which employs 6,500 people, has been described as a 'soul-crushing gulag'.
Meta has signed a deal with Reliance to build a 168-megawatt AI data center in India. This marks Meta's first such facility in the country and highlights India's growing role in global AI infrastructure.