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Chinese startup behind Manus reportedly raises $75M in funding

The Beijing startup behind the viral Manus AI scores $75M led by Benchmark.

Deep Dive

Beijing-based startup Butterfly Effect, developer of the highly publicized Manus AI service, has reportedly raised $75 million in funding, with Bloomberg citing sources that Benchmark led the investment.

Key Points
  • Butterfly Effect raised $75M in a round led by Benchmark.
  • The startup is the developer of Manus, a viral AI assistant service.
  • Funds will support product development and global expansion.

Why It Matters

A Chinese AI startup commanding major Silicon Valley funding shows global VC appetite for autonomous AI agents is accelerating.