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Meta AI Chief Removes Digitally Altered Photo of PM Modi With Tech Leaders
A senior Meta executive posted a edited image featuring Prime Minister Narendra Modi alongside OpenAI and Anthropic leaders, with the company's mascot digitally inserted into the photograph. The post was subsequently deleted from social media.
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Meta's artificial intelligence chief Alexandr Wang shared a doctored photograph on social media that featured Prime Minister Narendra Modi alongside OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic co-founder Dario Amodei. In the digitally modified image, Meta's Muse mascot—depicted as a furry character—was positioned between the two technology executives, appearing to hold their hands and complete a chain.
The edited photograph appears to have been created for promotional or humorous purposes, drawing together prominent figures in the artificial intelligence sector with India's top political leadership. However, Wang subsequently removed the post from his social media account, indicating a decision to withdraw the image from public circulation.
The incident underscores the growing prominence of artificial intelligence discussions in India's policy circles, particularly as global tech leaders engage with Indian government officials on matters related to AI development and governance. Meta, founded by Mark Zuckerberg, has been actively expanding its artificial intelligence capabilities and frequently highlights its AI initiatives through various forms of media communication.
The nature and context of the original photograph that was edited remain unclear, though such digital modifications of images featuring political and business leaders have occasionally sparked discussion regarding authenticity and appropriateness in corporate communications.