The US FTC files a notice to appeal a November 2025 ruling that found Meta did not hold an illegal monopoly by acquiring Instagram and WhatsApp
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is seeking to revive its case accusing Facebook parent company Meta Platforms (META.O) of bolstering …
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Discussion
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@matthewstoller
Matt Stoller
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The Trump FTC is appealing the Meta antitrust ruling. Yes, Meta is a social networking monopoly and Boasberg's opinion should be overturned. But I also think FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson is appealing to extort from Meta, not to uphold the law. https://www.ftc.gov/... [image]
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@jason_kint
Jason Kint
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outstanding. FTC files appeal. that's what I am talking about. Meta already lost appeal in DC on its data abuse case in which Zuckerberg was close to very sensitive depo. And in California has multiple sensitive cases playing out in the coming weeks/months. [image]
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@andymstone
Andy Stone
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The District Court's decision to reject the FTC's arguments in this matter is correct - and it recognizes the fierce competition we face. Meta will remain focused on innovating and investing in America. [embedded post]
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r/InstagramDisabledBans
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FTC appeals ruling in Meta antitrust case over Instagram, WhatsApp deals