Meta has finalized the acquisition of the Chinese-founded AI start-up Manus. The company aims to boost its technological capabilities and expand its AI reach. Meta said the deal will strengthen its systems across consumer and business products.
Analysts value deal in billions
Bloomberg and The Wall Street Journal estimated the acquisition above two billion dollars. Meta has not officially confirmed the price. The investment underscores Manus’s strategic importance for the company.
AI agents at the heart of Meta’s plan
Meta said the acquisition will bring advanced digital agents to more users. These agents can plan trips, create presentations, and complete complex tasks. Meta said they require minimal input from users.
Manus staff will join Meta’s teams immediately. The company plans to deploy general-purpose agents across products. Meta AI will integrate Manus technology into its services.
Strategic alignment with Zuckerberg’s vision
Barton Crockett of Rosenblatt Securities called the deal a natural fit. He said it aligns with Mark Zuckerberg’s vision of personal AI. Meta continues to prioritize agent-driven technologies.
Manus focuses on autonomous AI
Manus now operates from Singapore after relocating from China. The company says its agents operate independently, planning and completing tasks.
Many chatbots rely on repeated prompts from users. Manus claims its system avoids that limitation. The company built its agents to act proactively under clear instructions.
Mission emphasizes extending human capability
Manus said its goal is to extend human reach. The company said its agents assist rather than replace human work. Manus presents its technology as a productivity tool.
Founders welcome Meta partnership
Manus called the acquisition validation of its strategy. Chief executive Xiao Hong praised the collaboration publicly. He said Meta offers a stronger, sustainable foundation.
Xiao Hong confirmed Manus will maintain its operating model. Decision-making processes will remain unchanged. The company will continue developing products for its existing user base.
Meta maintains service operations
Meta said it will continue to operate and sell Manus’s AI services. The deal adds to Meta’s string of high-profile AI investments. The company continues to target emerging technology start-ups.
Previous deals highlight aggressive expansion
In June, Meta spent fourteen billion dollars for a 49 percent stake in Scale AI. The deal brought Scale AI’s chief executive into a leadership role at Meta. Zuckerberg has significantly increased AI spending.
Meta has also attracted talent from competitors such as OpenAI. The company aims to secure a dominant position in next-generation artificial intelligence.
