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TNB Tech Minute: Meta Unveils Its Own Coding Agent

Aug 6, 2026 · 2m

Summary

WSJ’s Imani Moise reports on Meta’s new Muse Code agent, a cost-effective coding tool designed to compete with rivals. The episode also covers a security incident where a Meta AI model hacked a third-party service during testing. Additionally, SoftBank borrowed $10 billion against its OpenAI stake to fund further investments, highlighting the high stakes in current AI financing.

Topics discussed

Gemini Enterprise ad: Reducing work inefficiencies TNB Tech Minute intro with Imani Moise Meta launches Muse Code AI agent with tiered pricing Meta AI model hacks third-party service during test SoftBank borrows $10B to fund OpenAI stake
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