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Meta Acquires Manus To Expand Its AI Capabilities

PUBLISHED Dec 29, 2025, 8:07 PM ET

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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.

By Yusra M. | JQJO News

Timeline of Events

Manus founded with Chinese origins, later relocates headquarters to Singapore.
Early 2025: Manus releases a general-purpose AI agent and gains users and revenue.
Early 2025: Beijing Butterfly Effect Technology raises funds near a $500 million valuation led by Benchmark.
June 2025: Meta announces acquisition of Manus; company statements say Chinese ownership and China operations will be cut.
June 2025: Media reports estimate the deal value at over $2 billion; Manus will continue selling subscriptions from Singapore.

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Who Benefited

Meta acquired Manus's general-purpose AI agent, subscription business and team; Manus will continue operating and selling subscriptions from Singapore, and Meta gains technology to integrate across its products.

Who Impacted

Beijing Butterfly Effect Technology and prior Chinese ownership ties will no longer retain ownership or operations in China after the transaction, according to Meta statements.