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In a recent ruling, US District Judge James Boasberg sided with Meta, stating that the Federal Trade Commission failed to prove Meta’s monopoly in the ‘personal social networking’ market, a term now encompassing a broader range of competitors. The judge dismissed the FTC’s claims, indicating that Meta competes with platforms like TikTok and YouTube rather than solely Snapchat and MeWe. Boasberg highlighted the evolving nature of social media, referencing the decline of traditional social networking as seen in Facebook’s early days. The decision marks a significant shift in the perceived dominance of Meta in the social media landscape.
Source: Ars Technica