Manus
PulseAugur coverage of Manus — every cluster mentioning Manus across labs, papers, and developer communities, ranked by signal.
- founded by Ji Yichao 100%
- acquired by National Development and Reform Commission 95%
- acquired by National Defense Research Committee 90%
- acquired by Alibaba Group 90%
- acquired by HongShan 90%
- invested by Benchmark 70%
- acquired by Benchmark 70%
- other National Development and Reform Commission 70%
- invested by HongShan 70%
- invested by ZhenFund 70%
- other Alibaba Group 50%
- parent of National Defense Research Committee 50%
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AI agents split into three tiers for personal and workflow automation
The AI agent landscape has bifurcated into three tiers, offering distinct levels of functionality for users. The first tier includes personal assistant tools like Manus and Claude Cowork, which can orchestrate multiple …
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Meta AI internal conflict escalates as Manus acquisition faces regulatory halt
Meta's attempted acquisition of AI startup Manus has been halted, potentially intensifying internal power struggles within the company. The deal was reportedly championed by Meta's veteran executives as a way to bolster…
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Manus launches Cloud Computer for natural language-controlled cloud machine access
Manus, a startup focused on task automation, has launched Cloud Computer, a service providing continuous access to cloud-based machines. This new offering allows users to manage these machines using natural language, th…
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China blocks Meta's $2B Manus AI acquisition amid geopolitical scrutiny
China has reportedly blocked Meta's proposed $2 billion acquisition of AI startup Manus. The deal faced scrutiny from both Chinese and U.S. authorities. U.S. lawmakers have restricted American investment in Chinese AI f…
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Microsoft launches Copilot Keyboard as China blocks Meta's Manus acquisition
Microsoft has officially launched its Copilot Keyboard for Windows, integrating AI assistance directly into the hardware. This new keyboard aims to enhance user productivity by providing seamless access to AI features. …
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Meta's AI firm Manus promotes dubious 'get-rich-quick' website-building scheme
Meta's AI company, Manus, which was acquired for $2 billion, is running advertisements promoting its AI tools as a way to quickly earn money. These ads, often featuring young creators on platforms like TikTok and Instag…
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Microsoft's Copilot subscriptions exceed 20 million, Azure grows 40%
Microsoft reported an 18% increase in revenue for the first quarter, with its Azure cloud service growing by 40%. The company also announced that its Copilot AI assistant has surpassed 20 million paid seats. Separately,…
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Microsoft Entra AI role flaw, M365 Copilot launch, and China's AI acquisition influence
A security vulnerability in Microsoft Entra's "Agent ID Administrator" role could allow for complete tenant takeovers by exploiting the role's permissions. Separately, the introduction of the paid version of M365 Copilo…
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Universal Music sells half of Spotify stake to fund buybacks and artist payouts
Universal Music Group, the world's largest music company, announced it will sell half of its Spotify shares and double its stock repurchase program. This decision coincides with the company's first-quarter financial rep…
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Canadian pet food firm Open Farm prepares for Toronto IPO
Canadian pet food company Open Farm is reportedly preparing for an initial public offering on the Toronto Stock Exchange, with the process potentially concluding by the end of the year. In other news, Federal Reserve Ch…
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China Satcom reports Q1 net profit drop of 61.9% amid revenue rise
China Satcom reported a first-quarter net profit of 26.84 million yuan, a 61.9% decrease year-over-year, despite a slight 0.71% increase in revenue to 542 million yuan. In contrast, Spring Airlines saw a significant boo…
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Shangwei New Materials reports Q1 net loss of 41.07 million yuan, a year-on-year turnaround to loss.
Shangwei New Materials reported a net loss of 41.07 million yuan for the first quarter of 2026, a significant downturn from the previous year. This contrasts with Demingli, which saw a substantial revenue increase of 50…
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Chinese banks report Q1 profit growth amid mixed corporate earnings
China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has summoned platforms including Jianying, Maoxiong, and Jimeng AI for violating regulations on AI-generated content labeling. Separately, Baidu is reported…
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China Petroleum reports Q1 net profit up 1.9%, industry regulators address AI content labeling
China National Petroleum Corporation reported a first-quarter net profit of 48.333 billion yuan, a 1.9% increase year-on-year, despite a 2.2% decrease in revenue to 736.383 billion yuan. Separately, the Ministry of Indu…
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China's Topsea Group reports Q1 profit drop, while Mango Digital Art Tech boosts capital
China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) has summoned platforms including Jianying, Catbox, and Jimeng AI for violating regulations on AI-generated content labeling. Separately, Hunan Mango Digital…
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8:15 Ke | Baidu Abolishes Letter-Based Job Titles; Meta Reportedly Prepares to Cancel Manus Acquisition; Zhang Xue Claims She Rejected 50 Million Yuan Business Deal
Baidu is overhauling its internal job ranking system, replacing letter-based labels with a numerical scale from 5 to 12, effective May 1, 2026. This change aims to foster a more integrated career path for employees, ble…
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久立特材回购170万股，寒武纪公布2025年分红派息方案
This news flash covers several distinct topics. Jiuli Special Steel announced a share buyback, repurchasing 1.7 million shares for approximately 49.34 million yuan. Separately, Cambricon detailed its 2025 dividend plan,…
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UPS, China Merchants Bank Report Mixed Q1 Earnings Amidst Broader Tech News
UPS reported first-quarter revenue of $21.2 billion, with a GAAP operating profit of $1.27 billion. China has prohibited foreign investment in Manus, and Shanghai Disneyland addressed a smoking conflict incident. Separa…
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Dreame unveils rocket-powered car, Lenovo's Shanghai unit capital surges
Dreame launched its Nebula NEXT 01 JET Edition, a vehicle equipped with a custom dual solid rocket booster system capable of a 150-millisecond response time. Separately, Lenovo (Shanghai) Technology Co., Ltd. saw a sign…
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Meta reportedly seeks to undo Manus AI acquisition amid investor withdrawal
Meta Platforms is reportedly preparing to cancel its acquisition of AI startup Manus. Investors in Manus, including Benchmark, have withdrawn their funding, and several Asian investors plan to cooperate if Meta proceeds…