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Meta forced to unwind Manus deal as China brands AI model officially dead in new crackdown
Economy
Published on 29 April 2026
A $2 billion deal was ordered reversed—why now
Beijing has ordered Meta to unwind its $2 billion takeover of AI startup Manus, effectively declaring the model “officially dead.” The decision signals tighter regulatory scrutiny over China’s tech sector, with a clear focus on blocking sensitive technology transfer to geopolitical rivals. Investors and founders are now rethinking global expansion, ownership structures, and how deals are structured.
- China orders Meta to unwind a $2 billion Manus acquisition
- Beijing’s move raises the stakes for AI tech transfer fears
- Expect tougher compliance and deal restructuring for China-linked AI
- Entrepreneurs and investors face new risks in cross-border expansion
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The Economic Times