Federal Trade Commission Launches Investigation Into OpenAI and Anthropic

The US Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has launched an official investigation into OpenAI and Anthropic in line with warnings regarding potential hazards that artificial intelligence technologies may pose to consumers. As part of the investigation, subpoenas were sent to executives of both companies to testify.

Concerns over the rapid growth of the industry were addressed at a working dinner held at the White House, attended by leaders of more than a dozen artificial intelligence companies, including Anthropic and OpenAI. Following the meeting, AI leaders signed a safety pledge committing to establish stronger control measures and multi-layered audits.

President Trump stated that this signed pledge would function almost like a constitution and be morally binding. Stating that a major self-regulation mechanism will be activated in the process, Trump noted that the establishment of a committee to oversee the entire structure is also under evaluation.