Yann LeCun Leaving Meta for AI Startup

Yann LeCun Leaving Meta for AI Startup

Update: 2025-11-11
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On November 11th, Yann LeCun, a renowned AI researcher at Meta, is reportedly leaving to launch a startup focused on world models. These advanced AI systems can understand and predict their environment, a field also pursued by Google DeepMind and World Labs. LeCuns departure coincides with Metas strategic shift in AI development, following concerns of falling behind competitors. Recent changes include hiring new talent, establishing Meta Superintelligence Labs, and investing in Scale AI. However, these shifts have reportedly caused internal chaos, with new talent struggling with bureaucracy and LeCuns long-term research being overshadowed.

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Yann LeCun Leaving Meta for AI Startup

Yann LeCun Leaving Meta for AI Startup