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Meta won a key antitrust ruling, with a judge saying the FTC failed to prove current monopoly power
Judge Boasberg concluded Meta does not hold a current monopoly in social networking
FTC argued Meta used acquisitions to neutralize rivals, but the court did not find current harms
The ruling acknowledges a shifting landscape with TikTok as a major rival
The decision notes that the antitrust landscape has changed since 2020
Meta emphasized continued competition and commitment to American innovation
The FTC had argued that Meta’s past buys helped deter entry by rivals
Acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp were central to the debate but not deemed current violations
Meta’s stock trading reflected market sentiment after the ruling
The ruling could influence upcoming U.S. antitrust trials in tech

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US District Judge Boasberg ruled the FTC failed to prove current or imminent monopoly power by Meta, allowing the company to avoid a breakup.
The court emphasized that Facebook and Instagram have evolved to display short videos and recommender algorithms, narrowing differences with platforms like TikTok.
Meta welcomed the verdict and said it looks forward to continued partnership with the administration and to invest in America.
The FTC’s case argued Meta neutralized rivals by acquiring potential threats like Instagram and WhatsApp to stifle competition.
Judge Boasberg noted the mobile shift and evolving social media landscape undermined the earlier market distinctions.
The ruling reduces the likelihood of a forced divestiture of Instagram or WhatsApp.
The decision reflects a broader shift in how regulators assess tech dominance amid rapid platform evolution.
Public commentary highlighted bipartisan attention on tech competition and regulatory options.
The FTC argued Facebook, Instagram, and Snapchat competed in a distinct market of 'connecting friends and family'.

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A federal judge ruled Meta did not form a monopoly through its Instagram and WhatsApp acquisitions.
The ruling means Meta will not be forced to divest Instagram and WhatsApp.
Judge James Boasberg emphasized competition from rivals like TikTok and YouTube.
The FTC argued Meta’s acquisitions were part of a ‘buy or bury’ strategy to dominate the market.
The court noted the market definition was contested and that the industry is evolving.
FTC originally filed the case at the end of the Trump administration and continued under Biden.
Meta officials said the decision shows fierce competition and American innovation.
The ruling does not address all possible antitrust concerns but focuses on the monopoly claim.
The decision avoids forced divestitures of Instagram or WhatsApp.
The case began in 2020 and centered on Meta's acquisitions since 2012 and 2014.

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A federal judge ruled in Meta's favor in the FTC antitrust challenge over its acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp.
Judge James Boasberg found the FTC did not prove Meta held a monopoly in the relevant market.
The decision challenges the FTC's broader antitrust strategy against Meta and other tech giants.
The ruling notes rapid changes in social media, with competitors like YouTube and TikTok evolving alongside Meta.
Meta credited its competitive environment and stated commitment to innovation in a court filing.
The FTC signaled it would review options after the ruling.
The case timeline stretched across multiple years, including motions and a full merits trial.
Meta's leadership testified during the bench trial.
The FTC argued that Meta’s acquisitions were aimed at neutralizing competition.

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