Chinese Probe of Meta’s $2bn Manus Deal Stirs Global Tech Tensions

Chinese authorities’ review of Meta’s $2bn acquisition of Manus has sent ripples through the global tech landscape with geopolitical undertones surfacing yet again. The announcement of Meta acquiring Manus, a cutting-edge AI start-up based in Singapore, made headlines last week and triggered heightened scrutiny from Beijing officials. While Manus may have shifted its headquarters to Singapore back in 2025, its Chinese origins have raised concerns, especially amidst the strained US-China tech relationship. The Financial Times reported the ongoing inquiry by Chinese regulators to assess the deal’s compliance with export laws, rekindling memories of TikTok’s forced sale saga with the US….