According to an official Scale AI statement, on 12 June 2025, Meta Platforms purchased 49 per cent of Scale AI ‘ s non-voting shares at approximately $15 billion, which would bring the company ‘ s valuation to $29 billion, double the $14 billion value in 2024.
This investment was not only a financial support, but also included strategic cooperation between the parties in the area of AI data solutions. Scale AI focuses on providing high-quality data labelling and training data for the generation of AI models, serving clients including OpenAI, Microsoft and Amazon. Its technology will contribute to the development and deployment of Meta Accelerator AI models (e.g., the Llama series), especially in the area of generation AI and multi-modular AI. The agreement will facilitate Scale to expand its data platform to cover more industries and applications.
As part of the deal, Scale AI founder and CEO, Alexandre Wang, will join Meta to lead its AI-related projects, which may include “super smart laboratories” or generate AI innovation. Alexandre Wang will continue to serve as Director of Scale AI to ensure continuity in the strategic direction of the company.
The Scale AI Board of Directors has appointed Jason Droege, Chief Strategic Officer, as interim CEO. Droege has extensive experience within the company and has promoted the commercialization and technological expansion of Scale, which is considered to be a smooth transition to leadership.
Scale AI was established in 2016 and focuses on providing high-quality data labelling, data management and generating AI assessment services for the AI model. Its clients include technology giants, autopilot companies and government agencies, with revenues exceeding $700 million in 2024, a significant increase from 2023. The Scale platform supports the training of models such as ChatGPT, DALL-E through the efficient processing of image, text, voice and video data through automation and manual integration.
