Mixed martial arts tycoon’s appointment to Meta board comes as Silicon Valley builds ties with incoming US administration

White has grown closer with Zuckerberg in recent years as the tech billionaire has attended several UFC fights and provided advice on the use of artificial intelligence on UFC fighter rankings.

Meta has named three new members to its board of directors, including Dana White, the Ultimate Fighting Championship chief executive who played a key role in the reelection of his longtime friend, President-elect Donald Trump.