Manus regains independence after regulatory hurdles, focuses on AI innovation

Manus, a leading general AI agent platform, has officially resumed independent operations following a regulatory reversal. The Singapore-based lab, previously acquired by Meta for $2 billion in December 2025, regained autonomy after China's National Development and Reform Commission blocked the deal in April 2026. The company completed data separation and compliance processes by mid-August 2026, restoring service stability. Manus emphasized its commitment to product innovation, aiming to develop more powerful AI agents for global users. The platform has already achieved strong commercial growth, with annual recurring revenue (ARR) increasing during the regulatory review period. The company plans to enhance AI agents' capabilities in autonomous planning, dynamic execution, and task automation. Manus thanked users for their patience during data migration and expressed confidence in future innovations. Industry observers expect the company to maintain its leadership in general AI agents as it advances its product roadmap.