Introducing Muse: The World’s First Personal AI Agent Built for Everyone
Meta unveiled Muse, a personal AI agent running on a secure virtual machine, designed to handle tasks and goals via natural conversation in apps like WhatsApp.
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Launching Bill Payments in India, Enabling People to Pay Everyday Household Bills Directly on WhatsApp
Meta enables bill payments on WhatsApp in India, allowing users to pay household and utility bills directly within the app using the Bharat Connect network.
Wzmacniamy w Polsce ochronę przed oszustwami
Meta announced enhanced AI-driven fraud protections in Poland, including stricter advertiser verification for financial services and expanded AI systems to combat impersonation, following a reported 83% drop in...
Closed-Loop Cooling Explained: The Plumbing Behind Meta's AI
Meta’s Texas AI facility uses closed-loop liquid cooling to manage heat from high-performance GPUs, recirculating coolant for efficiency and sharing designs via the Open Compute Project.
An Open Letter to TikTok and YouTube to Join Us in Supporting Teens
Meta urges TikTok and YouTube to adopt industry-wide parental controls to better protect teens online, following a bipartisan agreement with 52 U.S. attorneys general.
Our Agreement With Bipartisan Attorneys General: Calling on TikTok and YouTube to Join Us in Supporting Teens
Meta agrees to $18 billion settlement with 52 US attorneys general to implement teen safety measures on Instagram and Facebook, pending judicial approval, while urging TikTok and YouTube to adopt similar standards.
New Account Security Features for WhatsApp
Meta’s WhatsApp introduces stronger two-step verification with alphanumeric passwords and passkey support across Android and iOS, alongside caller ID enhancements for unknown contacts.
Introducing the Edits Film Festival to Spotlight India's Emerging Creator Talent
Meta launches the Edits Film Festival in India, inviting creators to submit cinematic Reels made using the Edits app over 45 days, with top entries screened and featured.
Launching ‘Meta Startup School’ to Accelerate Growth For Early-Stage Startups
Meta announced Meta Startup School, a three-month programme for 200 early-stage Indian consumer brands launching September 1, 2026, to provide platform education, expert guidance, and hands-on support for sustainable...
America's Workforce Academy: No Cost. No Prior Experience Necessary. A Career on the Other Side.
Meta’s free America’s Workforce Academy (AWA) has graduated its first class, placing trainees directly into construction roles at Meta partner sites with full training, travel, and lodging covered.
The Future Is for Everyone: Free AI Glasses for Every Blind and Visually Impaired Adult Vision Ireland Supports
Meta is donating 15,000 Ray-Ban Meta glasses to Vision Ireland to provide blind and visually impaired adults with AI-powered assistive technology for daily tasks.
Meta's compliance with Australia's Social Media Ban
Meta removed over 750,000 underage accounts in Australia by 30 June 2026 under the Social Media Ban, with enforcement ongoing and quarterly reports to the eSafety Commissioner.
NABTU and Meta Announce New Partnership to Invest In Skilled Trades for the AI Era
Meta and NABTU will invest in skilled trades training to meet AI infrastructure demand, expanding access to apprenticeships and career pathways for workers.
Meta Upholds Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s Data Center Standards
Meta endorses Texas Governor Greg Abbott’s review of data center expansion, emphasizing collaboration on energy, water, and local economic impact while reaffirming its investments in the state.
The Future is for Everyone
Meta outlines a philosophy for distributing superintelligence widely, emphasizing individual empowerment, invention, and balanced power to ensure broad access and societal benefits rather than centralized control.
We’re Upgrading Your WhatsApp Group Chats
Meta announced updates to WhatsApp group chats, including enhanced polls, @all mentions, and the ability to create new groups from existing ones to streamline decision-making and communication.
Introducing WhatsApp Web Calling, Plus More New Features
Meta expands WhatsApp Web to support direct audio and video calls, including group calls, with features like screen sharing, call history, and end-to-end encryption. Group call transfers and waiting room controls are...
Meta is Signing the EU AI Act Code of Practice on Transparency of AI-Generated Content
Meta commits to the EU AI Act Code of Practice to enhance transparency of AI-generated content, aligning with ongoing industry efforts to improve identification tools and reduce user confusion.
Meta Announces New Strategic Venture With BlackRock to Develop Data Center in El Paso
Meta and BlackRock will jointly develop a $14 billion data center campus in El Paso, Texas, with Meta retaining a 20% stake and BlackRock owning 80%. The facility, expected to open in 2028, will support Meta’s AI...
Announcing the AI Glasses Impact Grant Recipients: Helping People Work, Learn, and Live More Independently
Meta announced 30 AI Glasses Impact Grant recipients across the U.S. to fund projects using AI glasses for accessibility, workforce safety, education, agriculture, and economic opportunity.
Meta AI Doesn’t Just Think, It Acts
Meta has introduced Muse Spark 1.1, enabling its AI assistant to perform tasks autonomously, such as planning renovations, scheduling training, or organizing events, with updates delivered automatically.
Introducing Facebook Verified
Meta introduces Facebook Verified, a free selfie-based verification badge for eligible users to confirm real-person profiles on Facebook, starting in select markets.
Introducing Seller, an App for Facebook Marketplace Sellers
Meta launched Seller, a dedicated app for Facebook Marketplace sellers, marking the platform’s tenth anniversary. The app offers tools to manage listings and engage buyers, with existing Marketplace data integrated.
Connecting Real People on Facebook
Meta marks Facebook Marketplace’s 10th anniversary with new seller tools and identity verification, while testing purpose-built apps and a video-first experience to streamline commerce and community engagement.
New WhatsApp Features Keep Up With the Way You Actually Live
Meta announced new WhatsApp features, including direct iPad account setup, hands-free car integration, in-chat PDF editing, and music sharing to Status, now rolling out.
The 2026 Summer of Football: A Record-Breaking Moment Across Meta
Meta reported record-breaking engagement during the 2026 FIFA World Cup, with WhatsApp messaging peaking at over 30 million messages per second and Instagram followers for players surging by 213.6 million in a month.
Alerting Parents if Teens Show Signs of Distress in Conversations With Meta AI
Meta will alert supervising parents if Meta AI detects signs of suicide or self-harm in a teen’s conversations, with manual review before notifications are sent.
Teachers and Local Businesses Win as Meta Expands Louisiana Data Center
Meta commits over $50 billion to expand its Louisiana data center, funding scholarships, workforce training, and local business support while securing energy savings for Entergy Louisiana customers.
Breaking Ground on Meta’s First Data Center in Canada
Meta announced the groundbreaking of its first Canadian data center in Sturgeon County, Alberta, a 1GW facility with a CAD $13 billion investment, supporting 300+ jobs and CAD $60 million in local infrastructure...
Meta’s AI Glasses: Your Questions Answered
Meta addresses user questions about its AI glasses, detailing privacy controls, capture LED visibility, and anti-tampering safeguards introduced in the second generation.