Zuckerberg defends Meta in FTC antitrust trial testimony

April 15, 2025, 9:20 am

In a US District Court proceeding related to the FTC’s antitrust case against Meta, Mark Zuckerberg testified about the company’s strategic shifts amid claims that its Instagram and WhatsApp acquisitions harmed competition. During his testimony, he referenced internal debates—including a past consideration to delete everyone’s Facebook friends—as part of a broader effort to counter allegations of anti-competitive behavior. His detailed remarks underscore the legal and regulatory challenges facing Meta, a case that could have far‐reaching implications for tech industry practices.

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