China blocks Meta's $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus

THE DECODER / 4/27/2026

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Key Points

  • China has ordered the unwinding of Meta’s already-completed $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus.
  • The decision reflects intensifying US–China technological rivalry, particularly around AI capabilities and corporate control.
  • The action highlights how geopolitical and regulatory factors can override major tech and AI M&A deals after they are finalized.

Beijing orders the unwinding of the already completed acquisition. The move comes amid intensifying technological rivalry between the US and China.

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