Meta cuts Manus free from China, as regional lender gets premium bailout
In a landmark validation for Chinese AI, Facebook parent Meta has agreed to buy general AI agent maker Manus. But why is Meta also quite vehement about cutting all of Manus' China ties, both in terms of investors and business activity? And regional Chinese lender Weihai Bank has just received a major cash infusion from its local government in Shandong province. Is this a worrisome sign for investors?
McKinsey Weighs China Exit, and Shenzhen Rescues Vanke
Some partners at U.S. consulting giant McKinsey are questioning the wisdom of staying in China. What's driving their doubt, and what would a withdrawal signify? And Shenzhen rescues struggling developer Vanke. What is the city demanding in return for its assistance?
PODCAST: Foreign Law Firms Flee Shanghai, and No Love in Dating Site’s Latest Results
By Doug Young & Rene Vanguestaine A growing number of foreign law firms are leaving Shanghai. Is the exodus due to slowing business, or are political forces at work? And…
PODCAST: A Microchip Mega-Fund, and an Accounting Crisis
China has set up a $50 billion fund to support its microchip sector. Will the big bucks be enough to overcome U.S. sanctions? And a growing number of Chinese companies dump PwC as their auditor. Is the flight related to PwC's role as auditor for insolvent developer Evergrande?
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