Meta Platforms acquires Manus AI in $2 billion deal

11 articles · Updated · Bloomberg · Apr 28

Meta Platforms Inc., owner of Facebook and WhatsApp, has agreed to purchase Chinese startup Manus AI for over $2 billion.
Manus AI, launched in early 2025, is known for its advanced artificial intelligence agents capable of performing complex tasks with minimal human input.
The acquisition reflects Meta's push to expand beyond chatbots into more autonomous AI systems, drawing international attention and regulatory scrutiny, particularly from China.

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