Meta's chief AI scientist Yann LeCun to leave Meta and start new AI research company

Children’s and consumer advocacy groups are urging parents not to buy AI-powered toys during the holiday season. The groups express concerns about the potential risks associated with these toys, emphasizing the need for parental caution in selecting gifts that involve artificial intelligence.

Meta's 2Africa undersea cable project is facing significant delays due to various issues, particularly at the Red Sea. The project aims to enhance internet connectivity across Africa and beyond, but these setbacks are hindering its completion. Riley Griffin reports on the challenges that Meta is currently encountering.

Meta has begun notifying young Australians to download their data and delete their accounts from Facebook, Instagram, and Threads. This action comes amid discussions of a potential social media ban targeting these platforms for users under 16 in Australia.

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.

Meta's Chief AI Scientist, Dr. Yann LeCun, is leaving the company after 12 years. His departure follows a restructuring of Meta's AI initiatives, which aims to enhance the company's competitive position in the technology sector. LeCun has been a pivotal figure in advancing artificial intelligence at Meta.

Yann LeCun, a leading figure in artificial intelligence and Meta's Chief AI Scientist, is set to leave the company to establish his own startup focused on world models. This decision marks the end of his 12-year tenure at Meta, where he played a crucial role in advancing AI technologies.

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 has announced it will block access to Instagram, Facebook, and Threads for users under 16 in Australia. This decision aligns with new regulations aimed at protecting minors online.