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China tightens rules on global tech deals after Meta block

China is dramatically tightening its grip on global technology deals. Just one month after Beijing forced U.S. tech giant Meta to unwind its acquisition of AI startup Manus, the Chinese government has issued sweeping new regulations targeting overseas investments, data transfers, and homegrown talent.

01 Jun 2026-09:21
China blocks Meta's Manus deal; founders eye $1B buyout

The co-founders of AI startup Manus are exploring options to fulfill Beijing's regulatory order to unwind their recent multi-billion-dollar acquisition by Meta Platforms, which includes raising an estimated $1 billion from external investors to buy back their operation.

21 May 2026-14:06
Meta moves to reverse Manus deal after China block

28 Apr 2026-13:34
China blocks Meta AI buyout, forces major reversal

Meta Platforms is preparing to undo its multi-billion-dollar acquisition of AI startup Manus after Chinese authorities blocked the deal on national security grounds.

28 Apr 2026-09:03
China halts Meta’s $2B purchase of Manus AI

China has blocked Meta Platforms Inc.’s $2 billion acquisition of the AI startup Manus, a surprising move to unwind a controversial deal that has faced criticism for potentially leaking technology to the US.

27 Apr 2026-21:27
China blocks Meta deal to buy AI startup Manus

27 Apr 2026-13:56
China to probe Meta's acquisition of AI startup Manus

China announced on Thursday that it will assess and investigate Meta’s acquisition of the artificial intelligence startup Manus, the country’s commerce ministry said.

08 Jan 2026-11:59
Beijing may intervene in Meta’s $2.5B Manus AI deal

Chinese authorities are reportedly considering intervention in Meta Platforms’ $2.5 billion acquisition of AI start-up Manus, amid concerns over a potential “brain drain” of Chinese tech talent.

07 Jan 2026-11:41
Meta set to acquire Chinese AI startup Manus

Meta announced on Monday that it will acquire Chinese-founded artificial intelligence startup Manus, as the tech giant intensifies efforts to embed advanced AI across its platforms.

30 Dec 2025-10:27