Opinion & Analysis

Eric Seufert on Meta's models, ads, and AI's upside for humanity

Why advertising data makes him optimistic about generative AI's future.

Deep Dive

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Key Points
  • Meta's Llama models benefit from billions of real-world ad engagement signals for training.
  • Ad data creates a self-reinforcing loop: better models improve ad relevance, generating more data.
  • Seufert argues ad-supported AI aligns incentives with user value, not just engagement.

Why It Matters

Economic signals from ads could steer generative AI toward human-centric outcomes, challenging doomer narratives.