Could you tell me a List of companies that have been absorbed?

Instagram

Many companies have been absorbed or acquired by larger firms over the years, including:

1. Instagram by Facebook in 2012.
2. WhatsApp also by Facebook in 2014.
3. YouTube by google in 2006.
4. LinkedIn by Microsoft in 2016.
5. Merrill Lynch by Bank of America in 2008.

These acquisitions often aim to enhance market share, expand product offerings, or leverage technology.