China blocks Meta’s Manus deal after months-long probe, thwarting purchase

China has officially blocked the proposed purchase of domestic artificial intelligence firm Manus by Meta Platforms. The National Development and Reform Commission, the country’s top economic planner, announced the ruling in a statement on Monday. More to follow...
ORIGINAL SOURCE →via South China Morning Post
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