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Meta forced thousands of engineers into AI training work. Now it's giving some a way out.
Meta is allowing engineers to leave a task force dedicated to AI training after previously forcing thousands into the roles. This reversal follows a massive reorganization that significantly damaged employee morale. The company will now defer to individual choice regarding participation in the unit.
What changed
Meta is walking back its decision to mandate AI training assignments for thousands of staff.
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Meta Reverses Mandate Forcing Engineers Into AI Training Work
confidence 90%Meta is allowing engineers to leave a task force dedicated to AI training after previously forcing thousands into the roles. This reversal follows a massive reorganization that significantly damaged employee morale. The company will now defer to individual choice regarding participation in the unit.
What's confirmed:
- Meta is reversing its decision to force thousands of engineers into AI training roles.
- The company will now defer to each individual's choice about whether to help with AI training.
- An internal memo detailed the shift in policy regarding the AI training task force.
- The move comes after a massive AI reorganization.
Still unconfirmed:
- Meta is addressing low employee morale with snacks.