What’s that Meta? The meaning of the new name of the company that houses Facebook, WA WhatsApp and Instagram
TRIBUNJATENG.COM – What’s that Meta? Here’s the meaning behind the new name of the technology company that houses Facebook, WA WhatsApp and Instagram.
Late last October, Facebook officially announced the new name of the parent company that houses Facebook, WhatsApp, Instagram and others.
The company, which was originally called Facebook Inc., has now changed its name to “Meta”.
It was announced by Facebook CEO Mark Zuckuerberg announced at the annual Connect conference.
At the conference held on Thursday (10/28/2021) in the United States, Zuckerberg also explained the reasons for the change in the company’s name.
This name change was made to reflect the big goals the company is building.
As is known, Facebook is currently intensively echoing the term “Metaverse” which combines the real world with the virtual.
“To reflect who we are and what we build. Over time, I hope we are seen as a company Metaverse,” said Zuckerberg.
What’s that Meta?
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