The $2 billion Meta deal was supposed to be a crowning moment for Chinese AI startup Manus, but it’s quickly become a sharp warning.
For Chinese founders, the message is clear: go global before you go viral. For American investors, it’s a reminder of the political burden of working with Chinese companies.
In March 2025, Manus was on its way to becoming a truly global company.
Manus is designed to be an AI assistant that automatically carries out tasks such as creating a website,…

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