A federal judge in Washington has ruled that Meta Platforms must proceed to trial in a U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) lawsuit. The lawsuit seeks to break up the Facebook owner over claims that it acquired Instagram and WhatsApp to stifle emerging competition in social media.
This decision marks a critical juncture for Meta, as the trial challenges the foundational acquisitions that underpin its social media empire. The FTC alleges these acquisitions were made to create a monopoly and eliminate rivals.
The outcome of this antitrust trial carries significant implications for Meta's future, including the potential for forced divestitures of Instagram and WhatsApp. Such a breakup would fundamentally alter the company's business structure and market position.
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