Meta Plans to Launch Generative AI Models in 2026


Meta launched the Omnilingual ASR speech recognition system, which supports transcription in over 1600 languages, with 500 languages being covered by AI for the first time. The system aims to address the issue of most of the world's 7000 languages lacking AI support, breaking through the previous limitation of focusing only on a few hundred mainstream languages.
New York-based Kaltura acquired Israeli startup eSelf.ai for approximately $27 million. eSelf focuses on developing AI-powered digital human technology that can engage in conversations. Its products will be integrated into Kaltura's enterprise video and learning tools. The company was founded in 2023, and its founding team previously successfully sold a previous startup to Snap.
Meta launches the Omnilingual ASR automatic speech recognition system, capable of transcribing over 1,600 spoken languages, aiming to address the issue of insufficient language coverage in AI tools. This system breaks the limitations of traditional systems that focus on a limited number of mainstream languages, advancing the goal of achieving a universal transcription system and helping bridge the gap for thousands of languages lacking AI support.
Meta's AI video tool Vibes launches in Europe, enabling users to create or remix AI-generated videos via text prompts, add music, and share across platforms for a collaborative AI content ecosystem.....
Meta launches AI video platform Vibes in Europe, similar to TikTok, with all content AI-generated. This follows its U.S. debut and coincides with OpenAI's Sora release, intensifying AI video competition.....