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Will FTC conclude Microsoft's AI antitrust probe by end of 2024?
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FTC Probes Microsoft's AI Sales and OpenAI Partnership
Dec 3, 2024, 07:26 PM
The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated an antitrust investigation into Microsoft Corp., focusing on various aspects of its business including cloud computing, software licensing, cybersecurity offerings, and artificial intelligence (AI) products. The probe specifically targets Microsoft's AI software sales and its partnership with OpenAI. According to reports from The Information, antitrust regulators have been questioning Microsoft's rivals about the company's deal with OpenAI, its AI sales practices, and other related issues. This investigation comes as part of a broader scrutiny of Microsoft's business practices, which could have significant implications for its operations and market position.
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