The deal for more than $2 billion is one of the first in which a major U.S. tech company has bought a startup with Chinese roots

Xiao Hong, CEO of Manus, added that joining Meta will allow the platform to “build on a stronger, more sustainable foundation without changing how Manus works or how decisions are made.” Manus confirmed that it would continue to sell and operate subscriptions through its own app and website.

Meta said it is acquiring Manus and its autonomous AI agent technology. The social media giant said the move will fully cut Manus ties with China.

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General agents’ to infuse Meta’s products real soon now Meta will acquire made-in-China AI outfit Manus and harness its “general agent” technology across its products.… Manus debuted in March 2025 and immediately pitched itself as a leap beyond generative AI chatbots,