China is sending a warning to US tech firms: Don't poach our AI talent and tech

Meta is acquiring Singapore-based Manus, which has roots in China.

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• China is probing Meta's acquisition of Manus, the startup behind a "general-purpose" AI agent.
• The probe highlights China's efforts to retain AI talent and technology amid US tech interest.
• The move also appears aimed at curbing "Singapore washing."

China has a message for US tech firms: Hands off our AI talent and tech.

That's what Beijing is signalling by...