Every day, a new artificial intelligence hits the market. Major players are battling it out in the AI race. And once again in China, following the success of DeepSeek, a new AI called Manus is making waves, promising to open up new possibilities in the autonomous execution of complex tasks.
Manus: What is this new Chinese AI?
Manus AI is a general AI agent capable of performing a multitude of tasks, just like you already know with Yiaho! Here are the main tasks you can perform with Manus:
- report writing,
- data analysis,
- travel planning,
- visual content creation.
Manus has the ability to interact with various web browsers, code editors, and database systems, allowing it to function independently while providing users with transparency regarding the actions performed.
This level of autonomy and real-time interaction is a major asset against its competitors. We know that OpenAI and Google, with Gemini 2, are already working on these parameters.
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Two powerful reasoning modes
The tool also stands out for its two reasoning modes:
- Standard mode, which optimizes execution speed,
- High Effort mode, which allows for more in-depth processing of requests.
The latter is particularly useful for tasks requiring special attention and increased precision.
Additionally, Manus’s multi-agent system, which uses several specialized AIs working simultaneously, gives it great flexibility.
Manus AI shows promising performance
According to the GAIA benchmark, Manus is already outperforming OpenAI’s Deep Research, with a score of 86.5% compared to 74.3% for its competitor. This performance makes it a key player in the battle for AI innovation.
When will Manus be accessible?
Manus is currently in private beta. To use it, please note that the AI is accessible by invitation only. By offering diverse use cases and showcasing superior performance, Manus could influence not only the Chinese market but also have a significant impact internationally.
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A technological war: US, China, and Europe in competition
The rise of Manus is part of a broader competition between the United States, China, and Europe in the field of artificial intelligence.
The United States, with giants like OpenAI and its famous ChatGPT, continues to dominate the sector thanks to constant innovation and a dynamic entrepreneurial ecosystem. Meanwhile, China continues to make significant strides, as evidenced by the buzz surrounding DeepSeek, another Chinese AI that previously captured the world’s attention.
Europe, for its part, is trying to catch up with initiatives like Mistral or Yiaho.
However, the challenge remains immense, given the massive investments and human resources concentrated in American and Chinese companies. And with the arrival of Manus, the AI race is intensifying. While American and European players seek to innovate, China seems determined to establish itself as a leader in this field. AI is far from revealing its full potential, and this tech race is far from over!
