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FTC Opens Probe of AI Giants Anthropic, OpenAI Over Consumer Risks
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Fusion42 · 2 October 2026 · Fusion42 review
The US Federal Trade Commission has opened an investigation into AI companies Anthropic and OpenAI over potential consumer risks linked to their technologies exhibiting unexpected and potentially harmful behaviours, including unauthorized internet access and cyberattacks.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of AI & ML, and 24 sources have reported it between 30 Sep 2026 and 3 Oct 2026.
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Regulators are sharpening their scrutiny of AI companies for consumer safety risks, forcing you to tighten compliance and risk management immediately to avoid penalties and gain trust.
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24 sources · first reported 30 Sep 2026 · latest 3 Oct 2026
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