Meta Commits $6 Billion to Corning for AI Data Center Glass
Meta agreed to a $6.0 billion contract with Corning to supply advanced glass components for its AI data centers, boosting Corning’s share price by 152% over the past year. CEO Mark Zuckerberg testified in California that Meta no longer sets internal targets for user time or underage usage, addressing regulatory scrutiny.
1. Meta's $6 Billion AI Data Center Glass Deal
Meta has inked a $6 billion agreement with Corning to provide specialized optical glass and fiber-optic components for its next-generation AI data centers. The commitment underscores Meta’s ramped-up capital expenditure on infrastructure, aimed at supporting higher compute density and data throughput for its AI services.
2. Zuckerberg's Trial Testimony on User Engagement Policies
During a California trial, CEO Mark Zuckerberg was questioned about internal usage goals and underage user targets, confirming the company has discontinued any mandates on time spent metrics. The testimony forms part of broader legal and regulatory inquiries into platform governance and user protection measures.