Mark Zuckerberg is reportedly developing an AI agent to assist with managing Meta Platforms, as part of a broader push to integrate agentic technology across the organization.
According to a report from The Wall Street Journal, citing sources familiar with the matter, the AI agent is still under development but is already being used to help Zuckerberg quickly access information.
Instead of relying on multiple layers of teams or internal processes, the system can retrieve data directly, streamlining decision-making.
The initiative is part of Meta’s wider effort to boost productivity and reduce operational friction across its roughly 78,000 employees. The company is also aiming to stay competitive with AI-native startups that operate with much leaner teams.
Zuckerberg has hinted at this shift before, stating during a late-January earnings call that 2026 will be the year “AI starts to dramatically change” how Meta operates. He also suggested that these changes could reshape the company’s organizational structure going forward.
“As we navigate this, our north star is building the best place for individuals to make a massive impact. So to do this, we’re investing in AI-native tooling so individuals at Meta can get more done, we’re elevating individual contributors, and flattening teams.”
The The Wall Street Journal report notes that Meta Platforms employees are already using agentic tools like MyClaw, which provide access to internal files and chat logs while enabling communication with colleagues and AI-driven counterparts.
Employees are also said to be working with Second Brain, another internal tool built on top of Anthropic’s Claude infrastructure. According to sources, it functions much like an “AI chief of staff,” helping accelerate project workflows.
Layoff concerns emerge
A recent report from Reuters suggests the company could be preparing for another round of layoffs as it looks to offset costs and leverage efficiency gains from AI adoption.
Citing three sources familiar with the matter, the March 14 report indicated that up to 20% of Meta’s workforce could be affected. However, no timeline has been set, and the final scale of potential cuts remains unclear.
Meta declined to comment on the WSJ report, but a spokesperson addressed the Reuters claims by describing them as “speculative” and based on theoretical scenarios.
Broader industry trend
The crypto sector has also seen a wave of layoffs in 2026, as companies pivot toward AI-driven strategies.
Blockchain data firm Messari recently announced executive reshuffles and staff reductions as part of its transition to becoming an AI-first company. Meanwhile, exchange Crypto.com revealed a 12% workforce cut amid its own AI-focused shift.
