That Apple-Meta AI Deal Isn't Happening Anytime Soon
Are the talks between Apple and Meta currently ongoing?
Based on the information available, it appears that the talks between Apple and Meta about a potential AI partnership are not currently ongoing. Apple reportedly rejected a proposal to integrate Meta's AI chatbot with iOS "months ago" due to privacy concerns2. However, it's possible that the two companies could engage in discussions again in the future.
What was Meta's response to the news reports?
Meta declined to comment on the news reports about discussions with Apple for an AI deal. However, Yann LeCun, Meta's chief AI scientist, reposted the Bloomberg story on Threads and responded with a quip, "Their loss."
Did Apple and Meta recently discuss an AI collaboration?
Yes, Apple and Meta reportedly held discussions about a potential AI collaboration, according to The Wall Street Journal. However, Bloomberg later reported that the talks were brief and not progressing, with Apple expressing concerns about Meta's privacy practices5.