FTC probe of AI firms fits White House push to apply existing laws, says Chilson
neil_chilson · x · 2026-10-02
- Neil Chilson of the Abundance Institute broke down the FTC's probe into AI companies on CNBC, arguing existing laws apply to new technology and the FTC is making that clear.
- He framed it as part of the White House's campaign to show current laws can address AI concerns without new legislation.
- Chilson said the FTC "has every right to investigate."
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