AI safety fears put OpenAI and Anthropic in the FTC's crosshairs

The Federal Trade Commission is diving into the AI safety concerns surrounding companies like OpenAI and Anthropic, signaling a potential shift in how the federal government approaches AI regulation. This investigation could lead to stricter oversight and guidelines for the industry, which has largely operated with minimal regulatory oversight. FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson is pushing for civil investigative demands to compel executives to provide documentation and testify, highlighting the growing urgency around AI safety and its societal impacts.