Tag: Meta

  • Meta’s AI Won’t Let You Die

    Meta has secured a patent for an AI system that could simulate users on Facebook, Instagram, and Threads during long absences or after death. Though Meta says it has no plans to build it, the idea raises ethical concerns about digital identity and privacy in an era of growing “dead” profiles online.

  • Meta’s AI Seems To Be Getting Smarter On Its Own

    Mark Zuckerberg says Meta’s AI is starting to improve itself, signaling a shift toward personal superintelligence. Moving beyond automation, Meta aims to create AI that understands individual goals. With major hires, open-source models, and smart devices, Zuckerberg sees AI becoming a daily companion, transforming how people live, connect, and grow.

  • Don’t Take ‘Superintelligence’ Race Too Seriously

    Meta shifts from metaverse dreams to chasing AI “superintelligence,” aiming to build AI better than humans at all tasks. Led by Alexandr Wang and packed with top talent, Meta’s new lab reflects a broader tech obsession. Yet definitions vary, practical uses remain limited, and real-world impact is still unclear.

  • WhatsApp’s New Ad Feature Sparks Backlash

    Meta’s push to add ads in WhatsApp’s Updates tab is triggering privacy backlash and renewed criticism of its data practices. While Meta claims the change respects user privacy, skeptics aren’t convinced. Signal is capitalizing on the moment by reinforcing its no-ads, no-tracking stance—gaining momentum even as WhatsApp retains massive global reach.

  • Meta to Buy Nuclear Power from Clinton Plant

    Meta signed a 20-year deal with Constellation to buy nuclear power from Illinois’ Clinton plant starting in 2027. This supports Meta’s growing AI energy needs and may lead to a new reactor. It’s Meta’s biggest power deal yet as nuclear gains favor over fossil fuels.

  • Zuckerberg On How Not To Handle A Crisis

    Trying to silence criticism often backfires. Meta’s attempt to block a former executive’s book only made it more popular. Legal action and PR missteps fueled curiosity, turning the book into a bestseller. Instead of controlling the narrative, the company’s response raised more questions and reinforced public skepticism.