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FTC Negotiates Settlement Over Advertiser Antitrust Violations

4/13/2026

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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is negotiating a settlement with advertising companies over antitrust violations tied to coordinated boycotts against platforms like X.
Advertisers may agree not to shift budgets away from platforms for political content, while individuals still choose sites.
FTC lawyer Thomas Byron confirmed ongoing settlement talks during a court session.
The FTC has previously scrutinized advertiser boycotts, including brands appearing alongside extremist content on X.

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The U.S. Federal Trade Commission is negotiating a settlement with advertising companies over antitrust violations tied to coordinated boycotts against platforms like X.
Advertisers may agree not to shift budgets away from platforms for political content, while individuals still choose sites.
FTC lawyer Thomas Byron confirmed ongoing settlement talks during a court session.
The FTC has previously scrutinized advertiser boycotts, including brands appearing alongside extremist content on X.