Summary
Meta has announced several new agreements with news publishers, including CNN and USA Today, to access their content for its AI chatbot. These deals involve compensating publishers to help Meta provide real-time news answers to users' questions. This marks a return to compensating news outlets as Meta expands its AI tools across its platforms.
Key Facts
- Meta has made AI data agreements with news publishers like USA Today, CNN, and Fox News.
- The agreements help Meta's AI chatbot deliver real-time news information to users.
- Publishers are paid for allowing Meta access to their content for its AI tools.
- Meta's AI chatbot is integrated into platforms like Facebook and Instagram.
- These deals are multiyear and aim to broaden verified news content available to users.
- Meta plans to add more news partners over time and expand its AI features.
- Facebook ended its News Tab in the U.S. in 2024 and shifted focus from news articles to viral video content.
