US Department of Justice is taking action against the proposed $14 billion acquisition of Juniper Networks by HPE. The DOJ filed a lawsuit citing concerns about the deal potentially reducing competition as HPE and Juniper currently hold a significant market share in enterprise-grade WLAN solutions in the US. The merger would further consolidate the market, limiting choices for customers and potentially leading to increased prices and reduced innovation. Despite assertions from HPE and Juniper about providing greater innovation and choice through the deal, the DOJ remains adamant in blocking the merger to protect market competition. This move raises important antitrust issues and reflects growing concerns about market consolidation in the technology sector.