China investigates Meta-Manus deal: Commerce ministry probes $2bn AI buy; Meta denies China links

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Source: timesofindia.indiatimes.com
China investigates Meta-Manus deal: Commerce ministry probes $2bn AI buy; Meta denies China links
Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus, with Chinese roots, is under investigation by China for potential violations of technology export and outbound investment laws. Despite Manus's move to Singapore and Meta's clarification on no continuing Chinese ownership, Beijing is scrutinizing the deal, citing the company's founding and parentage.