Meta Acquires Manus To Expand Its AI Capabilities
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Menlo Park, Calif. Meta Platforms announced that it acquired Singapore-based AI startup Manus, integrating a general-purpose AI agent and the team while Manus will continue to sell subscriptions from Singapore. Meta and Manus stated the deal severs Chinese ownership and China operations; financial terms were undisclosed though sources reported a price above $2 billion. Manus reported an annual revenue run rate near $125 million in early 2025 and had previously raised capital at about a $500 million valuation. Meta said it will embed Manus technology across its products to expand AI services. Based on 6 articles reviewed and supporting research.
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- 1. Manus founded with Chinese origins, later relocates headquarters to Singapore.
- 2. Early 2025: Manus releases a general-purpose AI agent and gains users and revenue.
- 3. Early 2025: Beijing Butterfly Effect Technology raises funds near a $500 million valuation led by Benchmark.
- 4. June 2025: Meta announces acquisition of Manus; company statements say Chinese ownership and China operations will be cut.
- 5. June 2025: Media reports estimate the deal value at over $2 billion; Manus will continue selling subscriptions from Singapore.
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