Alexandr Wang, a senior figure within Meta’s AI division, recently shared an altered photograph on social media that depicted OpenAI CEO Sam Altman and Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei. In the original context of the image, the two industry leaders were seen together, but Wang’s edited version inserted Meta’s 'Muse' mascot between them. The mascot was depicted holding the hands of both executives, creating a visual narrative that suggested the mascot was bridging the gap between the two rival companies.

The post was intended to be humorous, framing the mascot as a peacemaker capable of uniting competitors in the rapidly evolving artificial intelligence sector. However, the image was removed shortly after it was published. While the intent behind the deletion was not explicitly stated by Meta or Wang, the incident drew attention due to the high-profile nature of the individuals involved and the ongoing competitive tension between OpenAI and Anthropic. The edit transformed a standard industry photo into a playful commentary on the AI landscape, though the decision to remove it suggests a desire to avoid potential misinterpretation or professional friction regarding the portrayal of the two CEOs.