US AI Policy Diverges With FTC Probe and Deregulatory Bill
The FTC launched a child safety inquiry into AI chatbots, while Senator Ted Cruz introduced a bill to waive AI regulations.
A Contradictory Policy Environment
The U.S. federal government presented two starkly contrasting approaches to artificial intelligence governance on September 11, 2025, creating a complex and potentially contradictory policy environment for the industry. While the Federal Trade Commission launched a consumer protection-focused inquiry into potential AI harms, a prominent senator introduced legislation aimed at promoting innovation by reducing regulatory burdens. This divergence highlights a fundamental tension in U.S. AI strategy between protection and promotion.
FTC Focuses on Child Safety
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) announced it had opened an inquiry into the potential harms to children and teenagers from …
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