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by ummonk 1821 days ago
Well regarding point 1), Facebook made promises during the acquisition process that it subsequently broke.
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yalok 1821 days ago
were those promises made to FTC specifically?
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ummonk 1821 days ago
Yes, to get approval for the acquisitions, Facebook made certain promises to the FTC.
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chii 1820 days ago
Which were?
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danvayn 1820 days ago
here's the letter the FTC sent to facebook about whatsapp. https://www.ftc.gov/system/files/documents/public_statements... I have no clue about IG dealings but wouldn't be surprised if they predated monopoly concerns
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tremon 1820 days ago
And were those promises formalized in a contract somewhere?
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