Meta launches 'Meta One' subscription tiers, signaling shift from free social media; The move aims to fund costly AI infrastructure and satisfy investors, but raises criticism for monetizing core features and breaking WhatsApp’s historic “free forever” promise

The subscriptions are being rolled out under the banner of “Meta One,” which incorporates paid subscriptions for the company's apps and AI chatbot.

Meta sells AI chatbot subscriptions for the first time with Meta One Plus at $7.99/month and Premium at $19.99/month, rolling out in Singapore, Guatemala, and Bolivia.