Meta open-sourced the code for Muse, its AI agent framework, enabling developers and businesses to deploy the agent on custom hardware—from e-ink displays and HDMI sticks to specialized embedded devices. The move democratizes access to Meta's agent technology, allowing organizations to build custom AI-powered devices tailored to specific use cases without building agents from scratch.

This approach appeals to businesses that need AI automation but want control over hardware, privacy, and customization. Rather than forcing enterprises into cloud-dependent solutions, Meta's open-source strategy enables deployment on controlled infrastructure, making it viable for regulated industries and organizations with data residency requirements.

What This Means for Your Business

If your business needs to deploy AI agents on-premises or on custom hardware—retail kiosks, manufacturing equipment, smart displays, or specialized devices—Meta's open-source framework eliminates the need to build agent infrastructure from scratch. This shortens time-to-deployment for custom AI-powered products and reduces lock-in to proprietary cloud platforms.