The Privacy Blunder That’ll Make You Cringe 🤦♂️🔍 Meta, in its infinite wisdom, has done it again. Their shiny new AI app—designed to make chatbots more personal—has been quietly broadcasting private conversations to the public like a drunk uncle at a family reunion. The kicker? Users had no idea.
How It Happened (Because Of Course It Did)
Buried in the app’s UX was a “Share” button that, when tapped, dumped chat logs—complete with addresses, legal drama, and who knows what else—into a public “Discovery” feed. Because nothing says trust us like turning sensitive convos into unintentional social media posts.
Why This Is Peak Meta
- Regulatory Déjà Vu: The EU’s privacy fines are basically Meta’s subscription service at this point.
- Embedded Everywhere: The AI isn’t just in the app—it’s lurking in Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp. What could go wrong?
- History Repeats: Remember when Meta had to nuke AI profiles after backlash? Neither do they, apparently.
The Irony Is Delicious
A company that monetizes oversharing accidentally weaponized it. The app’s installed base is still small, but give it time—Meta’s move fast and break things ethos clearly applies to user privacy too. Pro Tip: If you’ve used Meta’s AI, maybe check if your DMs are now a public podcast. 🎙️💀