In TrendsUS FED Meeting LiveStock MarketUPIGold and SilverStocks To WatchCrude Oil PricesBRICS SummitChinese-founded AI startup eyes $4 billion value in first round since Meta breakupManus’ founders have explored raising about $1 billion to fund a buyback as part of their effort to meet Chinese government demands to unwind its combination with Meta.By Bloomberg September 17, 2026, 8:02:01 AM IST (Published)Manus, a Chinese-founded artificial intelligence startup, will resume independent operations as it parts ways with Meta Platforms Inc. after Beijing blocked a landmark takeover that highlighted the risks facing local entrepreneurs expanding globally.In a message to users posted Tuesday, Manus said that some customer accounts could be affected and outlined steps it is taking to ensure a smooth transition. The company develops general-purpose AI agents that automate desktop tasks. It warned that certain user data is at risk of being deleted and it also offered data-protection tools. Manus had shared tools and data with its US parent after striking the deal, but Meta has since erected an internal firewall as the deal unwinds.Also Read: AI startup Manus to resume independent operations as deal with Meta unwinds“Manus will soon return to operating as an independent company, which will see us continue to…
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