# Llama

Meta’s AI Gamble Falters: ‘Avocado’ Delayed, Leadership Scrutinised and a Potential 20% Layoff Looms

Meta has delayed the launch of its next‑generation AI series, internal codenamed Avocado, after tests found it lagged leading rival models. The company faces potential layoffs of up to 20%, leadership scrutiny of AI boss Alexandr Wang, and strategic headwinds as competitors more rapidly translate models into user products.