The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has signaled that it will closely examine partnerships between major tech companies and artificial intelligence (AI) firms for potential antitrust issues. FTC Chair Lina Khan expressed concerns about the consolidation of market power and the risks of allowing a few firms to control the development and deployment of transformative AI systems. The agency is particularly interested in deals like Microsoft’s investment in OpenAI and Amazon’s partnership with Anthropic. Khan warned that such deals could unfairly disadvantage rivals and stifle innovation. The FTC aims to ensure that AI development remains competitive and that no single company gains an insurmountable lead. However, the agency faces challenges in navigating the complex and rapidly evolving AI landscape while balancing innovation and competition.