EQUIPThe Verge · 1h ago
Meta says it’ll probably delay its controversial new business terms again
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Meta indicates a probable delay for its updated business terms beyond the November 20 deadline following significant publisher pushback regarding AI training. The company commits to extensive consultations with industry leaders and groups before implementing any policy changes.
- 01Implementation of controversial business terms is likely deferred past the original November 20 date
- 02Publisher concerns regarding the use of content for AI training are driving the current delay
- 03Meta's communications lead pledged no policy updates without full industry and leadership consultation
- 04The move follows mounting criticism from publishers over data usage rights and intellectual property
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Meta says it may push the implementation of its new business terms past November 20th as it faces backlash from publishers over concerns about AI training. In a post on X, Meta communications head Andy Stone said the company does "not plan to make policy changes without a full consultation with industry groups and leaders." […]