Meta's Monopoly Trial: Unpacking Antitrust Allegations

This chapter explores the initial stages of an important antitrust trial against Meta, focusing on the FTC's claims of its monopoly on personal social networking through the acquisitions of Instagram and WhatsApp. It highlights internal Meta documents that suggest concerns about competition and delves into the complexities of antitrust laws as they relate to tech mergers. The discussion also considers the broader competitive landscape, including Meta's arguments against platforms like TikTok and YouTube, and the implications of consumer welfare standards in the context of free services.