technology-and-regulation2 hours ago
FTC Escalates AI Probe with Subpoenas to OpenAI and Anthropic
The Federal Trade Commission has issued civil investigative demands to OpenAI and Anthropic, marking a significant escalation in its summer probe into AI safety. The agency is seeking documents on safety incidents, privacy policies, and safeguards, with potential congressional testimony to follow. This move utilizes existing consumer protection laws rather than new AI-specific legislation, reflecting a tension between the Trump administration's pro-innovation stance and growing public concern over rogue AI systems.