China Blocks Meta's Acquisition of Manus, Signaling Tighter Tech Transfer Controls
China has blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, signaling stricter control over tech transfers and a warning to tech entrepreneurs. The move comes amid heightened U.S.-China tensions and just before President Trump's planned visit to Beijing. Analysts suggest the decision highlights growing regulatory risks for businesses operating in both markets.
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