Meta’s new ‘AI Mode’ on Facebook pulls from public info across its platforms Meta is integrating new AI features across Facebook, including an “AI Mode” for enhanced search capabilities that synthesizes answers from public posts. The company is also introducing AI-powered editing tools for videos and photos, allowing users to restyle profile pictures and add effects. These updates are part of a larger strategy to increase user engagement and explore new revenue streams through AI-related subscription tiers.

• Meta is rolling out new AI features on Facebook to boost engagement and improve user experience.
• “AI Mode” allows users to ask questions in plain language and receive synthesized answers from public posts across Facebook, including Groups and Reels.
• New AI-powered editing tools enable users to create collages, add transition effects to videos, and restyle profile pictures with different clothing and hairstyles.
• These features build on previous AI rollouts like animated profile pictures and an AI assistant for creators.
• The updates aim to make Facebook stickier and more useful, while also supporting Meta’s diversification into subscription models.
• Concerns exist regarding the reliability of AI-generated answers from everyday user content, similar to issues raised with Google’s AI on Reddit. Continue reading https://techcrunch.com/2026/06/15/metas-new-ai-mode-on-facebook-pulls-from-public-info-across-its-platforms/