The article from The Hyper Hive discusses a U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) antitrust lawsuit against Meta, accusing the company of acquiring Instagram and WhatsApp to suppress competition and maintain a social media monopoly.

The trial, which could force Meta CEO Mark Zuckerberg to sell Instagram and WhatsApp, began in April 2025.

The FTC argues these acquisitions, made in 2012 and 2014, were strategic moves to eliminate rivals, while Meta claims it faces significant competition from platforms like TikTok and YouTube. The outcome could significantly impact Meta’s business and the social media landscape.