
Mark Zuckerberg, the CEO of Meta Platforms Inc., is back in a US court this week as his company faces a growing push to be broken up. The legal battle stems from an antitrust lawsuit filed by the Department of Justice (DOJ) and several states. The DOJ alleges that Meta has abused its market dominance in social media by prioritizing its own products over competitors, including TikTok and Instagram’s parent company, Facebook. This is not the first time Meta has been under scrutiny. In 2019, the company faced a similar lawsuit alleging similar anti-competitive practices. The outcome of this case could have significant implications for the future of Meta and its ability to operate as a standalone entity.