Meta has purchased a 3% stake in EssilorLuxottica, the maker of Ray-Ban and Oakley glasses, one of Meta's smart glasses partners.
The stake is valued at about €3 billion ($3.5 billion) as reported by Bloomberg.
Meta and EssilorLuxottica have collaborated on AI-powered smart glasses, with Meta selling Ray-Ban and Oakley glasses featuring AI technology.
The reported deal signifies Meta's focus on distributing its services through its own devices and offers EssilorLuxottica a stronger presence in the tech industry.