FTC opens probe into safety of AI, including Anthropic and OpenAI: Source
The Federal Trade Commission has opened a broad probe into the safety of AI systems, the source said.
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has initiated a comprehensive investigation into the safety of AI systems, focusing on companies such as Anthropic and OpenAI, according to a senior FTC official. The probe is centered around allegations of unfair or deceptive practices by these AI firms, which could potentially harm consumers.
The investigation could lead to formal demands for AI companies to disclose information, and the FTC holds the authority to enforce consumer protection laws with the potential for civil penalties. The FTC probe follows warnings from AI leaders about the risks of AI and the calls for measures to control it before it surpasses human understanding.
Lawmakers have also been pressing for regulations within the AI industry. Despite President Donald Trump's earlier skepticism about AI dangers, he recently hosted key tech leaders at the White House, who signed a voluntary "constitution" outlining expectations for self-regulation.
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