Muse AI Clarifies Message Sync Policy Amid Consent Concerns

Update on Muse AI Message Syncing Policy

Communications chief Andy Stone said reading Messages requires two permissions the user controls, disputing a journalist who reported Muse synced his texts despite his settings.

Background

A journalist reported that Muse AI synced a user's texts without their consent, despite the user's settings indicating otherwise.

Response from Meta

In response to the claim, Meta's communications chief, Andy Stone, said that reading Messages requires two permissions that the user controls, contradicting the journalist's report.

Implications

The dispute highlights the need for clear communication and consent mechanisms in messaging services, as users' privacy and security are increasingly at risk.