Meta has removed specific language from its terms of service that had raised concerns about web scraping and AI training data collection. A company spokesperson clarified that the revision does not indicate any change in how Meta crawls the web.
Background
Meta's data collection practices have faced increasing scrutiny as AI companies compete for training data. The language in question previously suggested Meta could access and use user-shared content for broader purposes, including AI development.
- Source
- TechCrunch
- Published
- Oct 18, 2026 at 05:31 AM
- Score
- 6.0 / 10