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FTC launches investigation into major AI firms

The US Federal Trade Commission has initiated an official probe into leading AI companies, including OpenAI and Anthropic.

The Business Standard ยท 1 October 2026, 7:25 AM

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched an official investigation into major artificial intelligence companies, specifically naming Anthropic and OpenAI. This marks the first formal enforcement action by the US government regarding rogue AI agents.

The move follows a series of incidents reported in July, which triggered widespread public concern regarding the potential risks of uncontrolled AI technology and its capacity to cause harm to humans.