Meta reportedly moves to unwind $2B Manus deal after Beijing’s demand
Meta is unwinding its $2 billion acquisition of Chinese AI startup Manus, halting data sharing and operational ties following Beijing's divestiture order. Manus co-founders are seeking $1 billion from investors to reclaim the startup, potentially leading to a Chinese joint venture and Hong Kong listing.
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The move raises questions about China's tightening grip on its tech sector, as Beijing's divestiture order may be aimed at retaining control over strategic AI assets. However, it's worth noting that Manus co-founders' efforts to reclaim the startup could also be driven by a desire to capitalize on China's growing AI market, rather than purely nationalist motivations.
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