Meta has introduced a new AI assistant called Muse, which is designed to integrate with Mac applications including Messages, Calendar, and Notes. While the tool is technically capable, it has faced scrutiny regarding its privacy practices and transparency. The controversy centers on a report from Jason Aten, a contributing editor at Inc Magazine, who shared screenshots on Threads showing Muse referencing content from his private messages.

Aten claims he did not grant the AI permission to access his messages, raising questions about how the application manages user data and permissions. When questioned about its knowledge of the private conversation, the AI’s response was reportedly unclear, failing to provide a satisfactory explanation for how it retrieved the information. This incident has sparked a broader conversation about the 'creepy' nature of AI assistants that operate with deep access to personal digital ecosystems. While the AI is praised for its functional smarts, the lack of clarity regarding its self-description and data-sourcing methods has led to skepticism among users. Meta has not yet provided a comprehensive public explanation regarding the specific technical error or permission oversight that allowed the AI to access data Aten claims was restricted.