32 stories tagged Meta
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.
Meta has introduced a new AI assistant that can help with daily tasks. This assistant is designed to be more personal and accessible than previous AI tools.
Meta has introduced a 'For You' feed in its standalone AI app that is entirely filled with AI-generated clickbait articles. The topics, images, and text are all created by AI, raising questions about misinformation and the blurring line between real and fake news.
Meta's AI support chatbot was used by hackers to take over Instagram accounts. The exploit involved tricking the chatbot into changing account emails and resetting passwords. Meta has since fixed the issue.
Meta is working on a wearable AI device shaped like a pendant. This could make AI assistance more accessible and hands-free for everyday tasks.
A new study shows how easily safety measures in AI models from Meta and Google can be bypassed. This raises concerns about the effectiveness of current AI safeguards.
Meta introduced Incognito Chat, an AI chatbot that doesn't store conversations on servers. This could change how people use AI for sensitive topics, offering a level of privacy not seen before.
Five major book publishers and one author are suing Meta, claiming the company copied their books word-for-word to train its AI models. This lawsuit could set a precedent for how companies use copyrighted material in AI development.