Introduction
In June 2025, Meta announced significant investments in Scale AI aimed at strengthening the company’s position in the field of artificial intelligence (AI). This partnership was expected to become an important step in the development of Meta’s AI strategy; however, recent events highlight certain challenges in their collaboration, as reported by industry media including TechCrunch. In this article, we will review the key aspects of the partnership, relying exclusively on open sources, to analyze the current situation and future prospects.
Key Aspects of the Partnership
The Meta–Scale AI partnership, announced on June 13, 2025 (TechCrunch), became one of the largest deals in the AI industry. Meta invested in Scale AI to support the development of its AI models, including projects at Meta Superintelligence Labs (MSL). However, according to TechCrunch (August 29, 2025), the collaboration faced certain difficulties related to data quality, team changes, and market factors.
Data Quality and Alternative Providers
According to TechCrunch (August 29, 2025), some employees of TBD Labs, a Meta division, expressed concerns about the quality of the data provided by Scale AI. As a result, TBD Labs began working with other data providers such as Mercor and Surge to support its AI projects. This is a common practice in the AI industry, where companies often rely on multiple providers to ensure data diversity.
Team Changes
The partnership was accompanied by changes within the Meta Superintelligence Labs team. As reported by TechCrunch (August 29, 2025), Ruben Meijer, former Senior Vice President at Scale AI, left Meta just two months after joining MSL. Other departures were also noted, including Chhaya Nayak and Rohan Varma, which may have been linked to the adaptation challenges of working within the corporate culture of a large company. Such changes are not unusual when integrating new teams into technology companies.
Market Reaction
The Meta–Scale AI Partnership
Visualization of Partnership Challenges
For clarity, the diagram below illustrates the main aspects related to the Meta–Scale AI partnership. The figures are illustrative only and based on media reports.
Note: The percentages in the diagram are illustrative and used for visualization purposes only. Actual data may differ.
Meta’s Strategic Moves
Meta continues to actively expand its AI direction. Following the release of the Llama 4 model in April 2025 (TechCrunch, April 5, 2025), the company faced challenges that prompted Mark Zuckerberg to increase AI investments. In addition to its partnership with Scale AI, Meta hired specialists from OpenAI, Google DeepMind, and Anthropic, and acquired the startups Play AI and WaveForms AI to strengthen its capabilities in voice technologies. Meta also announced the construction of the Hyperion data center in Louisiana, valued at $50 billion, underscoring its AI ambitions.
Conclusion
The collaboration between Meta and Scale AI remains an important step in developing Meta’s AI strategy; however, it is accompanied by challenges related to data quality, team changes, and market competition. The success of Meta Superintelligence Labs and future AI projects, including the next-generation model planned for late 2025, will depend on the company’s ability to effectively manage these challenges.
Sources
- Cracks are forming in Meta’s partnership with Scale AI | TechCrunch – August 29, 2025
- Scale AI confirms significant investment from Meta | TechCrunch – June 13, 2025
- OpenAI drops Scale AI as a data provider following Meta deal | TechCrunch – June 18, 2025
- Meta releases Llama 4 | TechCrunch – April 5, 2025
Disclaimer
This article is an analytical review based solely on information from open sources listed above. All statements reflect the data available at the time of publication (August 30, 2025) and may not account for subsequent developments. The author and publisher bear no responsibility for any decisions made based on this material, including investment decisions. Readers are advised to verify the information independently and consult professionals before making decisions.