Microsoft, cloud computing and FTC

FTC to probe Microsoft over cloud deals after antitrust complaints
The probe would be the latest regulatory scrutiny against Big Tech from FTC Chair Lina Khan. Microsoft already faced a challenge from the FTC under Khan’s leadership targeting its acquisition of video game publisher Activision Blizzard, a $69 billion deal that was one of the largest in tech history.
FTC to launch investigation into Microsoft’s cloud business
The Federal Trade Commission is preparing to launch an investigation into anti-competitive practices at Microsoft’s cloud computing business, as the US regulator continues to pursue Big Tech in the final weeks of Joe Biden’s presidency.
FTC eyes Microsoft’s cloud practices amid anti-trust scrutiny
This move follows the FTC’s legal challenge against Microsoft’s $75 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard, which faced antitrust concerns around Microsoft’s cloud gaming business. While a federal court allowed the acquisition to proceed, the FTC’s appeal highlights its commitment to maintaining oversight of Big Tech’s market reach.
The FTC is readying an investigation into Microsoft's cloud-computing business: report
The Federal Trade Commission, led by Lina Khan, had previously sought public feedback on Microsoft's cloud computing business.
FTC to investigate Microsoft’s cloud unit on antitrust concerns in last hurrah under Biden
Amazon FTC Chair Lina Khan, is looking into claims that the company is abusing its large market share, according to a report.
FTC reportedly eyeing Microsoft’s cloud practices for potential anticompetitive behavior
The Financial Times, referencing unnamed “people with direct knowledge of the matter,” reported that the FTC is examining allegations that Microsoft is abusing its market power by imposing punitive licensing terms to prevent customers from moving their data from Azure to other platforms.
Microsoft Under Investigation: FTC Probes Alleged Blocking of Cloud Competitors
The investigation forms part of the Biden administration's broader campaign to reign in the anti-competitive practices of large technology firms. Microsoft has remained silent, but the result could have a major strategic impact on its structure and the firm's place in the cloud economy.
FTC investigates Microsoft's cloudy antics
Anti-trust The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is investigating anti-competitive practices at Vole’s cloud computing business. The FTC is examining allegations that Microsoft is abusing its market power in productivity software by imposing punitive licensing terms to prevent customers from moving
FTC to launch investigation into Microsoft's cloud computing business
The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is set to launch an investigation into Microsoft's cloud computing business. First reported by the Financial Times, the FTC is looking into alleged anticompetitive practices surrounding Microsoft's licensing terms.
The FTC is preparing to investigate Microsoft’s cloud business
The agency’s antitrust investigation continues Biden administration scrutiny of Big Tech as the industry waits to discover what policies Donald Trump adopts.
FTC plans to investigate Microsoft’s cloud computing business, FT reports
The FTC is planning to launch a probe into Microsoft’s (MSFT) cloud computing business and will examine allegations that Microsoft is
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Anti-competitive cloud business? FTC plans to investigate Microsoft
In the FTC's view, there are some contractual clauses in the licenses of Microsoft's Azure platform that are intended ...
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Microsoft May Face FTC Investigation Over Azure
Google previously accused Microsoft of anticompetitive practices around Azure, and Mozilla-hired researchers criticized .
Microsoft Azure Reportedly In Lina Khan's Crosshairs As FTC Considers Anticompetitive Allegations
Microsoft faces FTC investigation for anti-competitive practices in cloud business. Shares briefly drop. Other Big Tech ...