Meta Settles Cambridge Analytica-Related Claims for $190 Million

Yann LeCun, a prominent artificial intelligence pioneer and head of a research lab at Meta Platforms Inc., has announced his departure from the company at the end of the year to launch a new startup, as revealed in a memo obtained by Bloomberg News.

Dr. Yann LeCun, a leading figure in artificial intelligence, has announced his departure from Meta following a restructuring of the company's AI initiatives. This move comes as CEO Mark Zuckerberg aims to enhance Meta's position in the competitive tech landscape. LeCun has previously expressed skepticism about the potential of large language models achieving superintelligence.

Yann LeCun, a prominent figure in artificial intelligence and head of Meta's AI research lab, has announced his departure from Meta at the end of 2025. He plans to establish a new startup focused on advanced machine intelligence research, with Meta remaining as a partner. This move marks a significant transition for both LeCun and the company as it navigates changes in its AI leadership.

Citadel Securities LLC has initiated trading for two baskets of corporate bonds from major tech companies including Microsoft Corp., Amazon.com Inc., Alphabet Inc., and Meta Platforms Inc. This move comes as investors seek more liquid options to engage in substantial investments in artificial intelligence.

Yann LeCun, a prominent artificial intelligence pioneer and head of a research lab at Meta Platforms Inc., has announced his departure from the company at the end of the year to launch a new startup, as revealed in a memo obtained by Bloomberg News.

Meta Platforms Inc. has announced the release of SAM 3 and SAM 3D, new open-source computer vision models designed for the detection, segmentation, and tracking of objects in images and videos. SAM 3D is particularly notable for its capability to reconstruct both objects and humans in three dimensions, enhancing the functionality of Meta's existing suite of image segmentation tools.

Meta Platforms Inc. has expressed significant challenges in identifying and removing underage users as it prepares to comply with Australia's upcoming ban on social media access for individuals under 16 years old, set to take effect next month.

Meta has achieved a significant legal victory as a federal judge ruled that the company did not violate antitrust laws when it acquired Instagram and WhatsApp. This ruling allows Meta to maintain its ownership of these platforms, which were small start-ups at the time of purchase. The decision may influence other tech companies to reconsider their acquisition strategies.