Meta spins up AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to engage with employees

Ars Technica
April 13, 2026
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Meta is developing an AI version of Mark Zuckerberg to interact with its employees.

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Meta is developing an artificial intelligence version of Mark Zuckerberg to engage with employees. This initiative is part of a broader company-wide effort to integrate AI within the $1.6 trillion Big Tech group. The company is creating photorealistic, AI-powered 3D characters capable of real-time interaction. Meta recently began prioritizing the development of a Zuckerberg AI character, according to three people familiar with the matter. This move aims to remake Meta around AI technologies.

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