# The tool, called Model Capability Initiative (MCI), will run on work-related apps and websites.

*genai · news · 2026-04-21 · The Manila Times*

## Key points

- Meta is installing tracking software on US employees' computers to train AI models.
- The Model Capability Initiative captures mouse movements, keystrokes, and screen snapshots from work apps.
- Meta clarified collected data will not be used for employee performance assessments, only for AI training.
- Meta plans to lay off 10% of its global workforce starting May 20, with further cuts expected.

**Companies:** Meta, Amazon, Block
**Countries:** United States, Italy, Germany

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