Meta's Llama AI: Because Every Startup Needs a Digital Pack Animal

In a move that shocked absolutely no one, Meta has decided to bribe—sorry, incentivize—startups to use their Llama AI models. Dubbed 'Llama for Startups,' this program promises 'direct support' from Meta's team of AI whisperers, and in some cases, cold hard cash. Because nothing says 'we believe in you' like throwing money at the problem.

Eligibility for this program is as straightforward as a llama's thought process. Your startup must be U.S.-based, incorporated, and have raised less than $10 million. Also, you need at least one developer. Just one. Because if you have two, you're clearly too big for Meta's liking.

What's in it for Meta, you ask? Well, aside from the joy of watching startups try to teach a digital llama to do tricks, Meta gets to expand its AI empire. It's like a zoo, but instead of animals, it's startups running around trying to make sense of Llama AI.

Experts predict that this program will either revolutionize the startup ecosystem or become another forgotten Meta experiment, right next to their virtual reality meetups. Only time will tell if these startups will ride the Llama to success or get spit on by the harsh realities of AI development.