Meta taps Trump ally and UFC CEO Dana White to join its board
Briefly

Dana White's recent board appointment at Meta signifies a strategic collaboration between traditional sports and social media, aiming to innovate engagement through AI and digital platforms.
White emphasized his admiration for Zuckerberg's entrepreneurial success, recognizing the transformative power of social media and AI, stating: 'I've never been interested in joining a board... until I got the offer to join Meta's board.'
The partnership between Meta and prominent conservative figures like White illustrates Silicon Valley's desire to mend its relationship with the incoming Trump administration, despite past accusations of biases.
Acknowledging White's influence, Zuckerberg called him a pioneer in building a beloved sports brand, hinting at potential ventures that could merge the realms of tech and sports through innovative approaches.
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