Meta is running get-rich-quick ads for its AI tools

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Meta is running get-rich-quick ads for its AI tools

TL;DR

  • Manus, an AI company acquired by Meta, is running ads promoting its AI tools as a lucrative side hustle.
  • The ads, featuring content creators, promise quick and easy money by building websites for businesses.
  • Creators involved in the campaign failed to disclose their paid partnerships with Manus on platforms like TikTok and Instagram.
  • Legal and advertising experts suggest these undisclosed relationships likely violate platform policies and possibly laws.
  • Manus stated it works with third-party agencies for paid creator programs and is reviewing the content in question.
  • Meta, TikTok, and YouTube have policies requiring clear disclosure of paid promotions.
  • Many of the Manus hype videos and accounts have been removed or banned from TikTok after The Verge inquired about them.