Mark Zuckerberg Plans 'OG Facebook' Revamp to Revitalize Platform
Meta's CEO signals a return to Facebook's early roots in 2025, aiming to boost cultural relevance and attract younger users.
- Mark Zuckerberg announced plans to focus on 'OG Facebook' during Meta's Q4 2024 earnings call, aiming to make the platform more culturally influential.
- The initiative seeks to recapture elements of Facebook's original appeal, though specific changes remain unclear, with updates expected to roll out within six months.
- Meta acknowledges challenges in attracting younger users, as Facebook's popularity among Gen Z has sharply declined in favor of platforms like TikTok and Snapchat.
- Zuckerberg hinted that the strategy may involve trade-offs, potentially impacting short-term business results to prioritize long-term product improvements.
- The move comes as Meta faces increasing competition from decentralized social networks and alternative apps, raising questions about the viability of this approach.