Meta’s Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun Reportedly Planning Exit to Become a Startup Founder

Nov 13, 2025 - 11:00
Meta’s Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun Reportedly Planning Exit to Become a Startup Founder
Meta may soon lose a key AI leader, with reports claiming Chief AI Scientist Yann LeCun is preparing to leave the company. As per a report, LeCun has informed colleagues of his plan to exit in the coming months and has already met investors about a potential startup. The move follows Meta’s shift toward AGI and restructuring that placed LeCun under new leadership.