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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Technology
Anthony Cuthbertson

Chinese startup says it’s built ‘world’s first’ fully autonomous AI

Applications of artificial intelligence are seen on display at the Artificial Intelligence Pavilion of Zhangjiang Future Park during a state organized media tour on 18 June, 2021 in Shanghai, China - (Andrea Verdelli/Getty Images)

AI researchers in China claim to have made a major breakthrough after developing the “world’s first” fully autonomous artificial intelligence agent.

Named Manus, the general-purpose AI is capable of carrying out a vast range of tasks, including buying property, booking holidays and developing video games.

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