Meta needed employee data for AI edge, but faced a very 'human problem'

Meta's AI division initiated a program to gather employee computer data for training their models. This led to employee backlash due to fears over privacy compromises and potential job displacements. Shortly after, a major data breach occurred, revealing private communications and sensitive details. Within hours, Meta halted the contentious program, leaving the future use of the gathered data for AI development ambiguous.

Source: Times of India September 15, 2026 03:15 UTC