Meta approached AI startup Runway about a takeover bid before Scale deal
1. Meta discussed acquiring AI startup Runway ahead of Scale AI investment. 2. Deal talks with Runway did not progress and were ultimately dissolved. 3. Meta invested $14.3 billion into Scale AI in June, enhancing AI capabilities. 4. CEO Zuckerberg is aggressively pursuing AI enhancements and acquisitions. 5. Meta aims to leverage AI technology to strengthen its product offerings.