Meta AI Faces Backlash

Plus, AI Reasoning models aren’t actually reasoning...

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Jelani Abdus-Salaam
June 09, 2025

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  • 🧠 AI On My Mind

  • 🤖 Meta Faces Backlash Over AI Deepfake Ads

  • ✨ Apple: "AI Reasoning models aren’t actually reasoning…"

  • 📰 News Hot Off The Press

AI ON MY MIND

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I don’t know about you, but I’m thankful for AI. It has helped me become a better innovator, business person and thinker.

I fear for those who don’t see the potential that can be unlocked by using AI.

Do you feel the same?

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Meta Faces Backlash Over AI Deepfake Ads

Meta hit the headlines as its Oversight Board overturned a decision to keep a controversial Facebook post. The post in question featured an AI-generated deepfake of Brazilian soccer legend Ronaldo Nazário, used in a gambling ad.

Why it matters: This raises serious questions around ethical AI use and the fine line between creativity and misinformation. Not only does it impact brand trust, but it also puts companies on the spot concerning AI-generated content.

Driving the news: Meta’s Oversight Board has stepped in, signaling the need for action.

- It's essential for companies to evaluate their current AI content policies.

- This situation brings to light the growing reliance on AI tools and the associated risks.

Zoom in: This incident serves as a crucial learning point for businesses leveraging AI technologies.

- For instance, deepfakes have shown simple loopholes where misused.

- AI ethics expert, Dr. Lee, calls for stricter regulations in AI content. "Setting clear boundaries is non-negotiable," he emphasized.

Yes, but: The balance between innovation and regulation is tricky. While AI offers groundbreaking possibilities, it also requires robust guidelines to prevent misuse.

Be Smart: Companies need to implement stringent controls and transparency measures when utilizing AI tools. Treat AI not as a mere asset but as something needing ethical oversight.

The bottom line: AI capabilities are expanding rapidly, but so are risks. Businesses must ensure responsible AI usage to protect both stakeholders and brand integrity.

Apple: "AI Reasoning models aren’t actually reasoning…"

Why it matters: Apple’s statement challenges the current perception of AI models, suggesting they might not offer the cognitive processing once assumed, but rather pattern recognition.

What we found: Apple's claim could reshape how AI models are developed and marketed.

How it works:

- AI models learn from existing data patterns rather than logical reasoning.

- This affects industries relying on AI for decision-making.

Yes, but: AI applications still provide value by enhancing data analysis and automating tasks.

The bottom line: It's critical for business leaders to understand capabilities and limitations of AI to make informed decisions.

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OTHER NEWS YOU MAY LIKE

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