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Meta Under Scrutiny in China for Manus AI Startup Acquisition
China is reviewing Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus, focusing on potential violations of technology control regulations. The investigation by Beijing’s Ministry of Commerce aims to ensure compliance with export controls and overseas investment laws, signaling China’s determination to protect its strategic technological assets, especially in AI. The probe is unlikely to block the deal entirely but could impose conditions and give China leverage.
