US technology giant Meta has announced the acquisition of Manus, a Singapore-based developer of general-purpose AI agents, which builds on chatbots prompts to create workflows.
The deal closed on Monday for an undisclosed sum but various news outlets, including Bloomberg, Fudzilla, and the Wall Street Journal, reported that the agreement was valued at more than US$2 billion, based on insider accounts and Manus’ fundraising trajectory.
The move underscores Meta’s ambition to embed autonomous agents across its consumer and business platforms, while validating Manus’ pioneering work in building scalable AI systems.
Founded with a focus on research automation and complex task execution, Manus has quickly established itself as a leader in the emerging field of general AI agents. Since launching earlier this year, its agent has processed more than 147 trillion datasets or tokens and powered the creation of over 80 million virtual computers. The company positions itself as an “execution layer”, turning advanced AI capabilities into reliable systems that can carry out end-to-end work in real-world settings.
Meta said the acquisition will allow Manus’ technology to reach billions of people and millions of businesses worldwide. “Manus has built one of the leading autonomous general-purpose agents that can independently execute complex tasks like market research, coding, and data analysis,” Meta stated. “We will continue to operate and sell the Manus service, as well as integrate it into our products.”
The deal also brings Manus’ talent into Meta’s fold. The team will join Meta AI and other divisions to deliver agent-driven solutions across consumer and enterprise offerings. Meta emphasised that the Manus service will remain available as a standalone subscription, while benefiting from the scale and infrastructure of Meta’s global platforms.
For Manus, the acquisition represents both validation and opportunity. “Joining Meta allows us to build on a stronger, more sustainable foundation without changing how Manus works or how decisions are made,” said Xiao Hong, CEO of Manus. “We’re excited about what the future holds with Meta and Manus working together, and we will continue to iterate the product and serve users that have defined Manus from the beginning.”
Hong stressed that the transition will not disrupt existing customers. Manus will continue to sell and operate its subscription service through its app and website, with operations remaining in Singapore. The company said its priority is to ensure continuity while expanding reach through Meta’s platforms.
The acquisition highlights the growing importance of autonomous agents in the AI landscape. Manus’ system has already demonstrated value for millions of users worldwide, handling tasks from research and automation to data analysis. Meta sees the potential to scale these capabilities to billions of people, embedding agent functionality into everyday workflows across its ecosystem.
Industry observers note that the deal reflects Meta’s broader strategy to integrate AI deeply into its products, from social platforms to enterprise tools. By acquiring Manus, Meta gains not only technology but also expertise in building agents that can reliably execute complex tasks at scale.
Manus’ subscription service will remain intact, while Meta works to embed its agent into products ranging from Meta AI to business solutions.
The announcement also comes at a time when AI agents are increasingly seen as the next frontier in automation. Unlike traditional AI models, agents are designed to build on simple prompting to create chains of tasks that deliver outcomes equal to specialised workers.
Meta said it is “excited to welcome the Manus team and help improve the lives of billions of people and millions of businesses with their technology”. For Manus, the acquisition offers the chance to expand its reach far beyond its current base, while continuing to operate independently in Singapore.
