Whistleblower claims Meta helped China develop advanced AI to outcompete American companies

Former Meta executive Sarah Wynn-Williams testified that the company actively assisted China in developing advanced AI technologies to compete against American firms. During a Senate hearing, she claimed Meta provided briefings to the Chinese Communist Party starting in 2015, focusing on critical technologies like AI. Wynn-Williams linked these briefings to China’s military AI advancements, alleging that Meta's Llama model contributed to China's progress in AI.

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She criticized CEO Mark Zuckerberg for misleading Congress and prioritizing business interests in China over U.S. national security. Meta denied her allegations, stating her claims are inaccurate and based on a separation agreement. The testimony has sparked calls for further investigation into Meta's practices regarding its relationship with China.