Joelle Pineau, the Vice President of AI research at Meta, announced her departure from the company in a recent Facebook post. She is set to leave in May after more than two years of leading the Fundamental AI Research (FAIR) lab at Meta, which is guided by Yann LeCun.
Future Plans and Company Direction
Pineau’s exit occurs at a crucial time as Meta intensifies its investments in artificial intelligence. The company has plans to allocate $65 billion toward AI infrastructure in 2025. A spokesperson from Meta indicated that there is no immediate successor lined up for Pineau, although the search for her replacement is underway. This follows a significant reorganization last year, in which Meta’s AI research was integrated into the portfolio of Chief Product Officer Chris Cox.
Announcement and Transition
In her announcement, Pineau mentioned that she will take some time off before embarking on a “new adventure.” Her departure marks a notable shift as Meta continues to push forward with its AI initiatives.