Meta Expands Board with UFC Chief, Auto Tycoon, and AI Expert

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Meta, the social media giant that owns Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp, has added three new members to its board of directors. Dana White, the president and CEO of Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), is a familiar figure in the orbit of incoming President Donald Trump. Auto tycoon John Elkann is the CEO of Exor, a Netherlands-based investment company, and chairman of its two auto companies, Stellantis and Ferrari. Charlie Songhurst, a former Microsoft employee, joined Meta last year to advise on artificial intelligence. These additions bring a diverse set of skills and experiences to Meta's board, reflecting the company's global reach and interests.

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