By In a landmark move that signals a new frontier for autonomous technology, Manus has officially announced its acquisition by Meta. This partnership marks a pivotal moment for the AI industry, as one of the most innovative startups in the “agentic AI” space joins forces with the global tech leader behind Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp.
For those following the rapid evolution of artificial intelligence, this news is more than just a corporate acquisition—it is a validation of the vision that AI should not just talk, but act.
What is Manus?
Founded with the ambitious goal of creating a “general-purpose AI agent,” Manus has quickly distinguished itself from traditional chatbots. Unlike systems that simply answer questions or generate text, the Manus AI agent is an “Action Engine.” It is designed to handle complex, multi-stage workflows—from deep market research and financial analysis to automating technical tasks like coding and scheduling—all with minimal human intervention.
In just a few months, Manus has achieved staggering milestones:
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Processed over 147 trillion tokens.
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Deployed more than 80 million virtual computers to execute tasks.
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Reached over $125 million in annual recurring revenue within a year of launch.
Why Meta?
The acquisition (reportedly valued at over $2 billion) represents Meta’s strongest commitment yet to becoming a leader in the agentic AI race. By integrating Manus’s sophisticated execution layer, Meta aims to transform its platforms from social hubs into productivity powerhouses.
Mark Zuckerberg has long envisioned a future where every business and individual has a personal AI assistant. By bringing the Manus team and technology under its wing, Meta is gaining the “velocity” needed to scale these capabilities to billions of users. The goal is simple but profound: to make digital life feel less like work and more like magic.
What Changes for Current Users?
One of the most important takeaways from the announcement is the commitment to continuity. Manus will continue to operate out of its Singapore headquarters, and its core leadership team—including CEO Xiao Hong—will remain at the helm of its operational decision-making.
For current subscribers, the experience remains unchanged:
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The product subscription service will continue to be available through the Manus app and website.
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The platform’s roadmap for product iteration will remain focused on reliability and expanding real-world use cases.
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Operational independence is being preserved to ensure that the innovative spirit that built Manus remains intact.
The Road Ahead
As Manus joins Meta, the focus shifts toward “supercharging” the ecosystem. While the standalone service continues to thrive, the long-term ambition is to weave these autonomous capabilities into Meta’s existing apps. Imagine a version of Meta AI that doesn’t just suggest a restaurant but actually books the table, coordinates with your friends, and adds it to your calendar.
This partnership is a bold step toward a future where AI serves as a persistent digital employee, working in the background to handle the “drudge work” of the modern world.
You can read the full official announcement on the Manus Blog.
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