The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has warned of potential antitrust issues arising from collaborations between major tech firms and generative AI companies, notably Microsoft’s partnership with OpenAI. The FTC's report highlights concerns that such alliances may stifle competition by limiting access to essential AI resources for startups and creating barriers for switching cloud providers. FTC Chair Lina Khan emphasized the implications of sensitive information sharing that could further distort fair competition. Microsoft defended its collaboration, asserting it has fostered significant innovation in the AI sector.