Meta's "AI superintelligence" effort sounds just like its failed "metaverse"

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Jul 10, 2025 06:54
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Meta is shifting its focus from the metaverse to developing "AI superintelligence," but critics argue that the company's ambitious promises echo the hype and lack of clear direction that plagued its metaverse initiative. This move raises concerns about whether Meta can deliver meaningful innovation or if it risks repeating past mistakes, potentially impacting the credibility and direction of large-scale AI research efforts.

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