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Meta is dismantling its $2 billion acquisition of Manus following a demand from Beijing to reverse the deal. The move involves unwinding the previously completed acquisition after Chinese authorities ordered its reversal.

Reid Hoffman is leaving Microsoft’s board after a profitable decade to focus on his AI drug discovery startup Manus. The move shifts his attention to the startup's operations.

China has tightened rules on outbound investment, with a focus on national security over commercial viability. The restrictions follow a demand for Meta to reverse its purchase of Chinese AI startup Manus and include travel bans for AI staff at Alibaba and DeepSeek to protect technology.

China's National Development and Reform Commission blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, an AI startup that moved its headquarters to Singapore in 2025. Founders Xiao Hong and Ji Yichao were barred from the deal by late March 2025.

China's National Development and Reform Commission denied pressuring domestic tech companies to reject foreign investment, despite recently blocking Meta's acquisition of Chinese AI startup Manus. The spokesman stated China supports Chinese firms integrating into the global economy and maintains an open door to foreign tech investment.

Manus, an AI agent company, is considering raising $1 billion to unwind its acquisition by Meta. The move suggests potential strategic reconsideration of the deal between the two companies.

Global data center operator DayOne is planning a dual IPO listing in New York and Singapore, aiming to raise $5 billion. The move comes amid increased scrutiny of Chinese companies using Singapore as an international base to circumvent regulations, a practice known as "Singapore-washing."

Meta's acquired AI company Manus is running ads promoting quick profits by building websites for local businesses. Content creators were paid to promote the AI tool on social media, but some accounts were later removed after scrutiny. The campaign has drawn criticism for obscuring ties to Manus.

China has blocked a deal involving Meta, with Manus being cited as a cautionary tale. The move highlights geopolitical tensions affecting corporate strategies.

Chinese authorities in Beijing have blocked a completed business deal between Meta and Manus, despite the transaction already being finalized. The decision highlights regulatory interference in cross-border corporate agreements.

China has blocked Meta's acquisition of Manus, citing regulatory or national security concerns. The move highlights ongoing scrutiny of foreign tech investments in China.

China has blocked Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus, hindering the company's AI ambitions. The move forces Meta to reconsider its strategy in the AI sector.

China has blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, citing national security concerns, marking a significant setback amid escalating US-China AI tensions. The Chinese government ordered Meta to unwind the deal after months of scrutiny, highlighting growing regulatory barriers for cross-border tech investments.

China has blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, indicating increased scrutiny of foreign investments in China's AI sector. The move highlights Beijing's growing regulatory oversight in the technology industry.

China has blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, requiring the company to unwind the deal after a months-long investigation. This decision could hinder Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg's efforts to advance AI agent technology.

China has blocked Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus. Meta claims the deal complied with all applicable laws and expects a resolution to the inquiry.

China has blocked Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus. Meta claims the deal complied with applicable laws and expects a resolution to the inquiry.

China has blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus following months of regulatory scrutiny. The deal, struck with the owner of Facebook, faced prolonged review by Chinese authorities.

China has blocked Meta's attempt to acquire AI startup Manus, likely due to regulatory or national security concerns. The decision highlights ongoing scrutiny of foreign tech investments in China.