Released a fortnight ago, Meta AI is now part of the experience of perhaps a billion users, through its integrations with Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp. And is that a good thing? Axios considers:

Meta is pushing generative AI into every nook and cranny of its giant platforms — Facebook, Instagram and WhatsApp — frustrating some longtime users and threatening to worsen existing problems with spam and misinformation.

The big picture: Meta’s fast-and-furious deployment of new AI features aims to make the technology’s benefits accessible — but also risks degrading the experience for its billions of users.

Context: The company took a hit from investors last week after CEO Mark Zuckerberg admitted that he is doubling down on spending on AI infrastructure even though any bottom-line payoff is a long way off.

Releasing products quickly to placate investors is… an interesting strategy. But is it wise?

Read their analysis here.