China is taking action against individuals linked to Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of Manus, a Singapore-based AI startup with Chinese roots. Chinese officials, including those from the National Development and Reform Commission, have met with Meta and Manus executives, raising concerns about the deal. The scrutiny is part of broader efforts to curb Chinese AI talent moving offshore, particularly to the U.S. The deal, announced in December, has raised alarms over potential violations of China’s

China is taking action against individuals linked to Meta’s $2 billion acquisition of Manus, a Singapore-based AI startup with Chinese roots. Chinese officials, including those from the National Development and Reform Commission, have met with Meta and Manus executives, raising concerns about the deal. The scrutiny is part of broader efforts to curb Chinese AI talent moving offshore, particularly to the U.S. The deal, announced in December, has raised alarms over potential violations of China’s export and investment laws. Meta maintains that the transaction complied with applicable law, and officials expect an appropriate resolution.