Meta Releases Muse Wonder AI Models in AI Race

Meta released its Muse Wonder AI models on October 12, 2026, introducing new artificial intelligence systems aimed at strengthening its position against Anthropic and OpenAI as the company expands its AI efforts.

Meta said the Muse Wonder launch follows billions of dollars in AI investments and an effort by CEO Mark Zuckerberg to recruit researchers as competition in Silicon Valley intensifies.

According to Meta, Muse Wonder will soon support its Muse personal AI agent, which will initially be available for subscribers. The company also said the more advanced Muse Wonder Full model will be offered to subscribers of its AI coding tool Muse Code.

"Fourteen months ago, we began an overhaul of our AI efforts, and in that time we've gone from rebuilding our foundations to pushing the frontier," said Meta in a blog post.

Meta's Muse personal AI agent rollout last month created a potential subscription-based revenue opportunity, according to the company. The expansion comes as Meta continues developing AI products while facing concerns over user privacy.

Meta shares rose about 4% in afternoon trading, according to the report from finance.yahoo.com.