China Blocks Meta's $2 Billion Acquisition of Manus AI Startup
China's National Development and Reform Commission (NDRC) has blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, an AI startup with Chinese origins. The decision is seen as a significant intervention in cross-border deals and could hinder Meta's AI ambitions. The deal is being unwound, with some Manus employees already integrated into Meta's operations.
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