Meta Platforms, Inc.’s (NASDAQ:META) AI chief Yann LeCun has defended the tech giant against social media users’ accusations of using misinformation as a business model to drive engagement.
What Happened: Over the weekend, LeCun took to X, formerly Twitter, and once again targeted Elon Musk saying he disagrees with him on several issues. This includes Musk’s treatment of his scientists, the hype he creates with unrealistic predictions, and the tech mogul’s tendency to use his public position to comment on many political issues.
My opinion of @elonmusk — Yann LeCun (@ylecun) June 2, 2024
I like his cars (I own a 2015 S, and 2023 S), his rockets, his solar energy systems, and his satellite communication system.
I also like his positions on open source and patents.
But I very much disagree with him on a number of issues.
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