Meta to Train AI Models Using Newsmax Content Deal
TL;DR. Meta signed a deal with Newsmax to use its current and archived content for training AI models. - The agreement enables Meta to access Newsmax's reporting for AI queries across its apps and devices. - Newsmax, a far-right outlet, has a history of publishing conspiracy theories and receiving low credibility ratings. - The financial terms of this content licensing deal were not disclosed.
- Meta will use Newsmax's content to train its AI models, including current reporting and archived material.
- The deal allows Meta's AI products to draw upon Newsmax data for queries across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
- Critics highlight Newsmax's track record of promoting misinformation and low journalistic credibility ratings.
- Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg is investing heavily in infrastructure to expand AI capabilities across Meta's platforms.
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- Meta will train its AI on Newsmax, a far-right media outlet — popular.info