Zuckerberg’s Meta and UFC partner in a massive new deal

You know Mark Zuckerberg? The Meta guy? Turns out, he’s a HUGE fan of mixed martial arts. Like, seriously into it.

We’re talking octagon in his backyard in Hawaii. Sparring sessions on a barge. Even surgery from fight-related injuries. Wild, right?

And Dana White, the head honcho at UFC? He’s actually on Meta’s board. Talk about connections.

The Big News: Meta and UFC Team Up

Here’s the kicker: Zuckerberg’s Meta and UFC are now partners. Big time. Dana White dropped the news on Instagram. Think of it as a “massive partnership. ”

Zuckerberg himself said he loves the sport. He’s excited to “let fans experience it in new ways. ”

What Does This Mean?

Meta is becoming the “official fan technology partner” of UFC. What does that even look like?

Well, Threads (Meta’s app that’s kinda like X) will be the “official social media partner. ”

Basically, all of Meta’s stuff – WhatsApp, Instagram, Facebook, Meta Glasses, Meta Quest, Meta AI – will be mixed into UFC programming. Imagine seeing fighters using Meta tech. Pretty cool.

Dana White is Stoked

White said Meta will “blow away UFC fans. ” That’s a bold statement.

They’re already working on a “new fighter ranking system. ” Expect some changes there.

White thinks the next few years will be a “game changer” for UFC fans.

Zuckerberg’s Risky Hobby

Here’s a slightly scary part. Meta actually said Zuckerberg’s love for combat sports is a risk for the company. Seriously.

They depend on him. And if he gets hurt? It could mess things up for Meta. Makes you think, right?