| 01-05-2025 |
Meta Awards $1.5M in Llama Impact Grants to Drive Global AI Innovation |
Startup Grant |
Meta has announced the 10 international recipients of the second Llama Impact Grants, totaling over $1.5 million, to support transformative AI projects using open-source Llama models. Winners, revealed at LlamaCon, include Solo Tech (US) for offline AI in rural communities and Nayana (India) for multilingual AI access. These grants empower startups, universities, and organizations to tackle challenges like healthcare, education, and fraud detection. Explore the full list of recipients and their innovative solutions at Meta’s newsroom. |
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| 30-04-2025 |
WhatsApp Introduces Private Processing for Secure AI Features |
Feature |
Meta has unveiled Private Processing, an optional WhatsApp feature that enables AI-driven tools like message summarization and writing suggestions while maintaining end-to-end encryption. Built on a Trusted Execution Environment, it ensures no one, including Meta or WhatsApp, can access user messages. The system is auditable by independent researchers, enhancing transparency and security. Join the waitlist at meta.com to experience private AI on WhatsApp |
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| 30-04-2025 |
Meta Unveils Llama API in Limited Preview for Developers |
Service |
Meta has launched a limited preview of the Llama API, a developer platform offering free access to advanced AI models like Llama 4 Maverick and Llama 3.3 8B. Featuring one-click API key creation, interactive playgrounds, and lightweight SDKs in Python and TypeScript, it ensures easy integration and data privacy. Developers can join the waitlist to build innovative, secure AI applications with full control over their models. Sign up now at meta.com to explore the future of AI development. |
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| 29-04-2025 |
Meta AI App Launches with Personalized Voice Assistant Powered by Llama 4 |
New Releases |
Meta has introduced the Meta AI app, a standalone platform built with Llama 4, offering a personalized voice assistant that adapts to user preferences and integrates with Ray-Ban Meta glasses. The app features a Discover feed for sharing AI prompts and supports voice conversations in the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand. Users can seamlessly switch between devices, including Meta AI on the web, for a cohesive experience. |
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| 26-04-2025 |
Meta’s Llama 3.2 Powers Space Llama for ISS Research Breakthroughs |
AI Innovation Update |
Meta’s open-source Llama 3.2 AI model, fine-tuned by Booz Allen, is now deployed on the International Space Station, enabling astronauts to access critical data without internet connectivity. Integrated with NVIDIA and HPE technology, Space Llama accelerates research tasks, reducing AI processing times significantly. This innovation supports real-time decision-making in space, showcasing the power of open-source AI. |
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| 24-04-2025 |
Meta Hosts Scale Conference to Address AI Systems Challenges |
AI Conferences |
Meta is organizing the Scale: Systems & Reliability conference on May 6, 2025, at its Menlo Park campus, offering both in-person and virtual attendance. The event features experts from Meta, AMD, Google, Microsoft, and NVIDIA discussing solutions for scaling AI systems and ensuring reliability. Talks will cover distributed systems, infrastructure resilience, and managing large-scale AI workloads. Register for Meta’s Scale conference to gain insights from industry leaders and network with engineers. |
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| 22-04-2025 |
PyTorch Introduces Advanced Activation Checkpointing for Efficient AI Model Training |
Feature |
PyTorch’s latest update enhances activation checkpointing with selective and memory budget options, optimizing memory use for large AI models. These features allow developers to balance speed and memory, making complex model training more efficient. The new tools are ideal for researchers and engineers working on deep learning projects. Explore PyTorch’s updated documentation or join the PyTorch Conference in San Francisco to learn how these enhancements can improve your AI workflows |
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| 22-04-2025 |
Meta Unveils Llama 4 at LlamaCon – A New Era for Open Source AI Tools |
Feature |
Meta’s LlamaCon spotlights the growing power of open source AI, introducing Llama 4 – a fast, scalable, and multimodal AI model. With deep insights from leaders like Mark Zuckerberg and Satya Nadella, the event highlights new opportunities for developers building with AI. Discover the latest tools, expert sessions, and community innovations shaping the future of artificial intelligence. Stay connected for updates and exclusive access to the Llama toolkit. |
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| 17-04-2025 |
Meta Unveils Powerful AI Tools to Advance Visual Recognition, 3D Localization, and Language Understanding |
Company News |
Meta FAIR introduces five groundbreaking tools, including the Meta Perception Encoder, Locate 3D, and Collaborative Reasoner, aimed at redefining computer vision, 3D object localization, and language model collaboration. These innovations support real-world tasks like image classification, natural language-guided robotics, and human-AI teamwork. Backed by open datasets and model releases, Meta empowers developers and researchers to build smarter, more adaptive AI systems. Explore the tools and start building the future of AI today. |
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| 15-04-2025 |
Meta Horizon Worlds Shines in GDC Sessions Now Available On Demand |
Tech Events |
Missed Meta’s GDC sessions? Watch them now to explore Meta Horizon Worlds, mixed reality, AI, and monetization strategies for developers. These on-demand videos offer practical insights to boost your projects. Dive into Meta Horizon Worlds today to unlock new opportunities. |
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| 10-04-2025 |
LlamaCon Preview: Mark Zuckerberg Talks AI Trends with Satya Nadella and Ali Ghodsi |
Tech Events |
Meta AI’s LlamaCon on April 29 will feature Mark Zuckerberg discussing the latest AI developments for developers with Microsoft’s Satya Nadella. He’ll also join Databricks’ Ali Ghodsi to explore open-source AI and share practical advice for founders. The event promises valuable insights into the future of artificial intelligence. |
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| 09-04-2025 |
Llama 4 Models Scout and Maverick Boost AI Performance in Latest Intelligence Index Update |
Social Media News |
Artificial Analysis has updated its Intelligence Index, raising scores for Llama 4 Scout and Maverick after aligning with Meta’s benchmarks for accuracy. Scout’s score jumped from 36 to 43, while Maverick rose to 50, showcasing their strength in AI tasks with fewer parameters than competitors like DeepSeek V3. These open-weight models excel in reasoning and image support, offering valuable tools for developers. |
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| 05-04-2025 |
Meta Launches Llama 4 Models with Advanced AI Features for Developers |
Feature |
Meta for Developers has unveiled Llama 4, introducing two powerful models: Llama 4 Scout and Llama 4 Maverick. Scout offers top-notch text and visual intelligence with a massive 10M context window, perfect for analyzing long documents on a single H100 GPU. Maverick stands out as Meta’s smartest open-source multimodal model, delivering fast, cost-effective performance for image and text tasks. Developers can download these innovative tools now from the official link and explore their potential for cutting-edge AI projects. |
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| 05-04-2025 |
Meta Updates Llama 4 GitHub Repository with New Features |
Model Improvements |
Meta for Developers has refreshed the official Llama repository on GitHub, introducing updated inference code and reference implementations for Llama 4. This update brings exciting tools and resources to help developers work with the latest AI model seamlessly. |
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| 04-04-2025 |
Civilization VII VR Pre-Order Now Live for Meta Quest 3 and 3S with Exclusive Strategy Gameplay |
Games Update |
Get ready to dive into history! The Civilization VII VR pre-order is now open, bringing the iconic strategy game to Meta Quest 3 and 3S exclusively. Launching soon, this version offers a fresh virtual reality gaming experience where you can build empires and face world leaders up close. With free delivery and a warranty, it’s the perfect time to secure your spot for this immersive VR strategy adventure. Learn more about how it blends mixed reality with classic gameplay! |
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| 03-04-2025 |
Meta Open Source Reveals Impressive 2024 Growth in Open Source Projects |
Social Media News |
Meta Open Source has shared exciting updates about its open source software development efforts, showcasing a thriving community. With new GitHub repositories launched and a massive increase in code commits by contributors, the portfolio grew significantly. External developers and Meta employees collaborated to drive innovation in AI programming tools, mobile app frameworks, and more, earning millions of GitHub stars for popular projects. This growth highlights the power of collaborative coding communities in shaping the future of technology. Learn how Meta’s open source initiatives 2024 are making waves! |
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| 03-04-2025 |
Tavus Enhances AI Video Conversations with Llama Technology from Meta |
Feature |
Tavus, a leader in AI video research, is revolutionizing digital interactions using Meta’s Llama to create realistic digital replicas. Their platform offers visual question answering and multi-image reasoning, making conversations feel human-like and engaging. By leveraging Llama’s open-source flexibility, Tavus boosts efficiency and delivers fast, context-aware responses for real-time experiences. Discover how this innovation transforms video-based communication. |
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| 31-03-2025 |
Meta Unveils Custom Silicon Breakthroughs Powering Orion AR Glasses Prototype |
Company News |
Meta’s latest blog post dives into how their custom silicon chips are transforming augmented reality with the Orion AR glasses prototype. The innovative technology tackles power efficiency and compact design challenges, delivering an immersive AR experience. Learn how Meta’s team pushed boundaries to create a game-changing wearable device. |
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| 27-03-2025 |
AI at Meta Tackles Real-Time Robotics Challenges |
AI Innovation Update |
AI at Meta is addressing a key hurdle in robotics technology: making AI models work smoothly in real time on devices. This involves overcoming limits like speed and power, ensuring robots can process information instantly while staying efficient. It’s a practical step toward smarter, faster robots that could transform industries with on-device AI solutions. |
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| 26-03-2025 |
Cornerstone and Meta AI Transform XR Training with Llama-Powered Immersive Learning |
Collaboration |
Cornerstone, partnering with Meta AI, is revolutionizing employee training using Llama AI to power extended reality training simulations. With the Llama 3.1 8B model, their Immerse Companion tool delivers realistic virtual scenarios featuring human-like coaches and mentors. This helps workers master skills like sales and leadership quickly and effectively. Leveraging Meta AI’s open-source technology, Cornerstone provides personalized, multilingual training to over 7,000 organizations worldwide, slashing production time from months to minutes. |
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| 22-03-2025 |
Meta AI Unveils CollaborativeAgentBench and SWEET-RL for Advanced LLM Collaboration |
AI Tool Benchmarking |
Meta AI has introduced CollaborativeAgentBench, a groundbreaking benchmark for testing how well large language models (LLMs) collaborate with humans on real-world tasks like backend programming and frontend design. Alongside this, they’ve released SWEET-RL, an innovative reinforcement learning algorithm that boosts performance in complex, multi-step tasks. Experiments show SWEET-RL improves success rates by 6%, offering exciting possibilities for AI development. Learn more about these cutting-edge tools and their impact on AI-human teamwork in the full research paper. |
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| 21-03-2025 |
Meta Horizon Worlds Showcases Lucrative World-Building at GDC |
Tech Events |
Meta Horizon Worlds grabbed attention at GDC with engaging demos and sessions, revealing how building virtual worlds can be both enjoyable and profitable. Developers explored ways to earn revenue through mobile-friendly designs and monetization strategies, broadening their audience reach. |
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| 19-03-2025 |
Meta Showcases Cross-Device World Building at GDC 2025 Booth |
Tech Events |
At GDC 2025, Meta’s booth invites developers to explore innovative tools for creating immersive worlds across devices, featuring hands-on mixed reality (MR) demos and the latest games. Attendees can dive into Meta’s developer programs designed to enhance skills and streamline creative workflows. This interactive experience highlights practical solutions for building cutting-edge gaming environments. |
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| 18-03-2025 |
Llama Reaches 1 Billion Downloads |
Company News |
Llama Reaches 1 Billion Downloads
Meta’s Llama, an open-source AI model, has been downloaded over 1 billion times by researchers, developers, and companies creating new AI tools. It shows how popular open-source AI has become—want to see what’s next? Keep watching! |
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| 17-03-2025 |
Meta’s UKDSL Framework Revolutionizes Ads Ranking with Machine Learning |
AI Innovation Update |
Meta’s UKDSL framework, detailed in arXiv:2502.06834, enhances ads ranking by training models on vast, unlabeled datasets, improving performance and efficiency. It tackles overfitting and data discrepancies, scaling to multi-billion users across platforms. Explore advancements in machine learning and ads delivery systems. |
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