Meta has announced that Dana White, President and CEO of the Ultimate Fighting Championship (UFC), has been elected a member of the company's board of directors, writes A2 CNN. The move comes at a time when Meta aims to strengthen its position in the fields of artificial intelligence and human connections.
In addition to White, John Elkann, CEO of Exor, and Charlie Songhurst, a technology investor and former Microsoft executive, have been elected to Meta's board. Elkann, who leads one of the largest investment companies in Europe, brings a global perspective and experience in innovation and technology. Songhurst, with his experience in investing in over 500 startups globally, will contribute to expanding Meta's capabilities in artificial intelligence and new products.
Mark Zuckerberg, Meta's founder and CEO, said: "Dana, John and Charlie will bring a depth of expertise and perspective that will help us tackle the huge opportunities ahead with artificial intelligence and the future of human connections."
Dana White has led the UFC since 2001, turning it into one of the most popular and valuable organizations in the world of sports, writes A2 CNN. Under his direction, the UFC produces more than 40 live events each year in some of the most prestigious arenas around the world and is broadcast in over 170 countries. "I strongly believe that social networks and artificial intelligence are the future. There is nothing I love more than building brands, and I look forward to helping Meta reach the next level."
In addition to his success as the head of the UFC, White has been an outspoken supporter of Donald Trump. He has often spoken publicly about his friendship with the former US president and the role Trump played in helping the UFC grow in its early years. White has pointed out that Trump was one of the first to allow the UFC to host events on his properties, at a time when many others ignored the sport. His support for Trump has also appeared in the election campaigns, where White has attended Trump rallies and delivered speeches in his favor.
These appointments come at a time when Meta is preparing for new opportunities in the field of artificial intelligence and new technologies. With the addition of these new members, Meta's board now consists of 13 directors, including well-known figures such as Marc Andreessen and Tony Xu. (A2 Televizion)
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