Meta has purchased Manus, a Singapore-based AI startup, for $2 billion. Manus's technology allows for more autonomous decision-making compared to traditional chatbots, which could enhance Meta's platforms and user engagement. The acquisition faces potential regulatory scrutiny due to Manus's Chinese connections.

Meta is establishing a political action committee in California to support candidates from both parties who advocate for lighter regulations on artificial intelligence. The PAC, named "Mobilizing Economic Transformation Across California," aims to influence state-level policies that impact AI innovation amidst a regulatory environment perceived as restrictive.