China Orders Meta to Cancel $2 Billion Acquisition of AI Startup Manus

China has ordered Meta to cancel its $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, citing national security concerns. The move reflects China's growing scrutiny of foreign investment in domestic AI firms and its efforts to protect intellectual property. The decision highlights the increasing complexity of cross-border tech deals involving Chinese assets.

By Reuters Mon, April 27, 2026 at 11:24 AM GMT+3 5 min read · Yahoo Finance ·

China Orders Meta to Cancel $2 Billion Acquisition of AI Startup Manus

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Topics: AI China Foreign Investment Manus Meta National Security Regulatory Scrutiny

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