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Meta’s AI Research Head Joelle Pineau Announces May Departure

Pineau plans to take time off before pursuing new opportunities as Meta intensifies its $65 billion AI investment and searches for her replacement.

The logo of Meta is seen at the entrance of the company's temporary stand ahead of the World Economic Forum (WEF) in Davos, Switzerland January 18, 2025. REUTERS/Yves Herman/File Photo
WASHINGTON, DC - APRIL 26: Joelle Pineau attends the Inaugural White House Correspondents' TGAIFriday Lunch Hosted By The Washington AI Network on April 26, 2024 in Washington, DC. (Photo by Paul Morigi/Getty Images for Haddad Media)
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Overview

  • Joelle Pineau, Meta's VP of AI research, has announced she will leave the company in May 2025 after eight years of service.
  • Pineau has led Meta's Fundamental AI Research group (FAIR) since 2023, contributing to key projects like PyTorch, Llama, and SAM.
  • Meta is investing $65 billion in AI infrastructure this year, reflecting its commitment to advancing in the competitive AI landscape.
  • The company restructured its AI division in 2024 to unify research efforts and integrate AI into its products, aligning with its broader strategic goals.
  • Meta has not yet named a successor for Pineau but is actively conducting a search to fill the leadership position.