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April 28, 2026
Op-ed: In blocking Meta-Manus deal, China sent a powerful reminder to Mark Zuckerberg and U.S. market about AI race
When Mark Zuckerberg's Meta acquired Manus, a Singapore-based AI startup with Chinese roots, many saw a routine deal. They don't know China.

TL;DR
- Meta acquired Manus, an AI startup based in Singapore.
- Manus has roots in China.
- The deal was not seen as routine by those familiar with China's strategic interests.
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