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Meta has announced the suspension of its program to license the Horizon OS, a mixed reality operating system, to third-party headset manufacturers. The initiative was part of Meta’s broader strategy to enhance its presence in the metaverse by allowing companies like Asus and Lenovo to develop hardware compatible with its platform. However, Meta has decided to redirect its focus towards developing its first-party VR hardware and software. This strategic shift comes amidst Meta’s increased emphasis on AI technologies, as indicated by recent budget reallocations within Reality Labs, Meta’s unit dedicated to VR and AR development.