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Meta has temporarily paused its "Model Capability Initiative" — an internal employee monitoring program that recorded mouse movements, keystrokes, and screen content to generate AI training data — after approximately 1,600 employees signed a petition against it. The program had been running for roughly two months before internal protests prompted Meta to first allow 30-minute opt-out pauses in early June, then suspend it entirely pending an internal investigation. Spokesperson Tracy Clayton stated the company has "no indication at this time that any data was improperly accessed" but confirmed the pause while it investigates.

The halt comes amid reports that sensitive employee data collected by the tool — including private conversations, full prompt transcriptions, and personal tax and medical information — was allegedly accessible to unauthorized personnel, with at least one employee flagging the issue as a high-priority security incident. The episode adds to ongoing scrutiny of Meta's AI data practices, as the company races to close the gap with competitors across its AI product suite.

Meta announced on its newsroom that it is partnering with EssilorLuxottica to launch Meta Glasses, a new in-house-designed line of AI smart glasses starting at $299. According to the company, the launch spans 26 total styles built from various color and lens combinations, anchored by three frame designs: Meta Adventurer, described as "a clean rectangle shape for a timeless, versatile look"; Meta Fury, "a bold frame that makes a bold statement"; and Meta Glasses by Kylie, a "unique slim oval frame" designed with Kylie Jenner. The glasses are compatible with prescription lenses.

Meta says the glasses put "Meta AI at your fingertips" through a dedicated action button, offer over 8 hours of battery life with a charging case adding up to 40 more, and include open-ear speakers, a multi-mic array with wind noise reduction, and hands-free photo and video capture. Per the announcement, they became available in several countries starting June 23, 2026, sold through Meta.com, Best Buy, Amazon, Lenscrafters, Sunglasses Hut, and select retailers.