Meta's win over the US FTC may mean Meta, Google, Microsoft, and others can resume buying startups to stay ahead of the pack, after a slowdown under Lina Khan (New York Times)

TechmemeWednesday, November 19, 2025 at 12:15:31 PM
Meta's win over the US FTC may mean Meta, Google, Microsoft, and others can resume buying startups to stay ahead of the pack, after a slowdown under Lina Khan (New York Times)
  • Meta's recent antitrust victory against the US FTC may enable the company and other tech giants to resume acquiring startups, reversing a trend of caution in the industry.
  • This ruling is crucial for Meta as it alleviates the pressure of potential divestitures of its key platforms, Instagram and WhatsApp, thereby allowing for strategic growth through acquisitions.
  • The decision reflects ongoing tensions between rapid technological advancements and regulatory frameworks, highlighting the challenges regulators face in keeping pace with the evolving digital landscape.
— via World Pulse Now AI Editorial System

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