Meta's days of giving free AI may be ending as monetisation plans loom

Posted under: AI technologies
Date: 2025-07-14
Meta's Shift from Free AI: A New Direction? | Justo Global

Meta Platforms, led by Mark Zuckerberg, may pivot from its open-source AI model, Llama, as Wall Street demands clearer returns on a staggering $65 billion investment in AI this year. While Zuckerberg previously touted Llama as a means to democratize AI, critics suggest it may now serve as a launchpad for commercial initiatives. Zuckerberg noted that if giving away advanced AI becomes irresponsible, “then we won’t” hinting at impending monetization strategies.