Rumble Platform Loses Boycott Suit Against Diageo, Other Firms

A federal judge on Wednesday tossed claims by Rumble Inc. that accused spirit maker Diageo Plc and other companies of restricting digital advertising output on social media platforms.

Judge Jane J. Boyle of the US District Court for the Northern District of Texas granted the companies’ motion to dismiss for lack of personal jurisdiction and improper venue.

The ruling marks the second dismissal of antitrust claims brought by Rumble, an online video platform that is popular with right-wing creators and audiences.

Rumble alleged that Diageo and other defendants, including the World Federation of Advertisers, withheld digital advertising from Rumble and ...