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Detailed explanation-1: -Zuckerberg said the new name, coming from the Greek word for “beyond, ” symbolised there was always more to build. He also said the new name reflects that over time, users will not need to use Facebook to use the company’s other services.

Detailed explanation-2: -On 28 October 2021, the parent company of Facebook changed its name from Facebook, Inc., to Meta Platforms, Inc., to “reflect its focus on building the metaverse". According to Meta, the “metaverse” refers to the integrated environment that links all of the company’s products and services.

Detailed explanation-3: -Zuckerberg announced he was changing Facebook’s name to Meta and pledged billions of dollars to the effort. Reality Labs is now at the forefront of the company’s shift to the metaverse, employees said.

Detailed explanation-4: -Unless you’ve been living under a rock for the past 15 years or so, chances are you’re well aware of Facebook and its iconic social media brand. However, as of October 2021, the parent company has changed its name from Facebook to Meta.

Detailed explanation-5: -Announcing Meta-the Facebook company’s new name. Meta is helping to build the metaverse, a place where we’ll play and connect in 3D. Welcome to the next chapter of social connection. The media could not be played.