201 - AI Mergers Under Siege: China's Block on Meta's Manus Deal
2026-04-28

Explore the implications of China's decision to block Meta's acquisition of Manus, a move that signals heightened scrutiny on cross-border AI mergers. Discover how this impacts global AI investment strategies, alongside insights into recent funding rounds for AI startups like Astor and Performativ, and strategic investments in Physical AI by Avery Dennison.

Sources:
https://capitolskyline.com/china-blocks-manus-ai-meta-acquisition-impact/
https://www.investmentnews.com/fintech/y-combinator-backed-ai-robo-advisor-astor-raises-5-million/266329
https://bebeez.eu/2026/04/28/copenhagens-performativ-raises-e11-9-million-series-a-to-scale-its-ai-native-wealth-management-operating-system/
https://pulse2.com/avery-dennison-75-million-investment-in-wiliot-expands-physical-ai-and-supply-chain-intelligence/
https://www.quiverquant.com/news/VisionSys+AI+Inc.+in+Advanced+Discussions+for+%2490+Million+Strategic+Investment+to+Boost+BCI+and+AI-Powered+Healthcare+Initiatives

201 - AI Mergers Under Siege: China’s Block on Meta’s Manus Deal