Chinese AI Startup Manus Raises Over $500M Following Blocked Acquisition Deal
Manus, a Chinese artificial intelligence startup, has secured more than $500 million in its first funding round since the planned acquisition by Meta (META) was blocked by Chinese regulators. The investment was led by Boyu Capital and IDG Capital through Manus' parent company, Butterfly Effect. The fundraising comes after regulatory authorities in China prevented Meta from acquiring a stake in the AI firm earlier this year due to national security concerns. Despite the setback, Manus has continued its growth trajectory with strong backing from major venture capital firms. This development highlights ongoing scrutiny of foreign investments in Chinese tech companies and underscores investor confidence in domestic AI innovation.
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