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Manus Founders Seek $1 Billion to Reverse Meta Acquisition

The founders of Manus are pursuing external capital to unwind Meta Platforms Inc.'s acquisition of the Chinese AI company, responding to regulatory pressure from Beijing. The founders are exploring fundraising options to secure approximately $1 billion needed to buy back the operation, according to multiple sources familiar with the matter. The move represents a significant reversal for Meta, which completed its takeover of the AI startup. Chinese authorities have demanded the company separate from Meta's ownership structure, prompting the founders to evaluate various financing strategies. The buyback would restore independent control of Manus and allow it to operate outside Meta's corporate structure. Sources say negotiations remain ongoing as the founders weigh investor interest and regulatory timelines.