Meta Abandons Metaverse for AI
Published: January 20, 2026
Duration: 13:29
In this episode, we discuss Meta's strategic shift from its multi-billion dollar Metaverse bet to a renewed focus on AI, impacting the broader AI news landscape. We explore the implications of this decision for AI development and adoption.
Chapters
00:00 Meta's Metaverse Investment
02:05 VR's Limited Appeal
06:21 Meta's Financial Losses
11:24 AI: Meta's New Frontier
In this episode, we break down Meta's decision to discontinue its ambitious Metaverse project after a colossal $73 billion investment, leading to significant layoffs and the shutdown of several VR game studios. We also explore why the Metaverse failed to gain traction and how Meta is now pivoting its...