FTC Opens Probe of AI Giants Anthropic, OpenAI Over Consumer Risks
The FTC is examining whether increasingly autonomous AI systems could pose risks to consumers
WASHINGTON, Oct. 1, 2026 – The Federal Trade Commission is investigating OpenAI, Anthropic, and other artificial intelligence companies over potential risks their technologies pose to consumers.
An FTC spokesperson confirmed the investigation Wednesday but declined to provide further details. The New York Post first reported the probe and said it has been underway for months, according to The Associated Press.
