Core Insights - Manus has achieved an annual revenue run rate of $90 million since its launch in March, nearing the $100 million mark [2] - The founder of Manus, Xiao Hong, emphasized the importance of accurate revenue calculation methods, particularly in the context of annual recurring revenue (ARR) [4][5] Revenue Calculation Methodology - Revenue Run Rate is calculated by multiplying the monthly revenue by 12, but it is crucial to note that revenue does not equal cash income [5] - Many AI products offer annual payment options, which should be treated as prepayments rather than recognized revenue [5] - A common mistake in calculating ARR is using cash income from a short period and extrapolating it over a longer term, leading to inflated projections [5] ARR Assessment - A straightforward method to assess a company's ARR is to find the monthly recurring revenue (MRR) on Stripe and multiply it by 12, providing a more accurate representation of the company's recognized ARR [5]