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Meta tests human contractors for calls placed through Muse AI agent

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Meta has been testing contractors who take over some calls placed through its Muse AI agent, Reuters reported, citing internal company posts. The trial enabled a human-calling option for half of Meta's employees, who could opt out. Muse had already launched a feature that calls businesses on a user's behalf and returns a transcript. The posts said employees raised concerns that sensitive information could reach call-center contractors unexpectedly. A Meta spokesperson said the company was using the trial to shape safety and privacy protections before a public release. He said a wider rollout would include disclosures, but did not specify who would receive them.
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