China Blocks Meta's Acquisition of Manus AI Startup, Highlighting Tech Security Concerns
China has blocked Meta's $2 billion acquisition of Manus, a Singapore-based AI startup with Chinese roots, signaling its growing use of regulatory tools to protect its technology ecosystem. The move underscores China's strategic approach to national security in the AI race and highlights the intensifying U.S.-China tech competition. Meta has indicated it will comply with the decision.
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