Meta has postponed its plans to update commercial terms for business account users, which would have allowed extensive AI training on linked external websites. The decision comes after backlash and warnings from legal experts about the vague language potentially enabling Meta to bypass content scraping preferences. A spokesperson stated that the existing terms will remain in effect while they engage with stakeholders.
Key facts
- Meta has delayed its update to commercial terms indefinitely.
- The proposed changes would have allowed extensive AI training on external websites.
- Legal experts warned that the vague language could lead to scraping violations.
- Nieman Lab raised concerns about potential licensing fee avoidance.
- Meta's existing terms will remain in effect during this pause.
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