FTC Opens Microsoft Antitrust Investigation

The transcript discusses the FTC's investigation into Microsoft, highlighting the extensive process of gathering documents and interviews. It considers the potential impact of a new administration, particularly if Trump returns, on the pace and direction of the investigation. The discussion also covers the typical duration of such investigations, referencing past cases with Google, Facebook, Apple, and Amazon, which took several years before lawsuits were filed. The process involves collecting vast amounts of data and consulting with competitors and customers.

What is the primary focus of the FTC's investigation into Microsoft?

• To evaluate Microsoft's environmental policies

• To assess Microsoft's financial health

• To investigate potential monopolistic practices

• To explore Microsoft's new product launches

How did the first Trump administration approach tech companies?

• It focused on collaboration with tech companies

• It was aggressive and initiated lawsuits

• It was lenient and supportive

• It ignored tech companies

What could a new administration potentially do regarding the FTC's investigation?

• Change the focus to environmental issues

• Slow down the investigation

• Completely halt the investigation

• Speed up the investigation

How long can investigations like the one against Microsoft typically last?

• Several years

• Several weeks

• A few months

• A decade

What is the final step if the FTC gathers enough evidence against Microsoft?

• They will close the investigation

• They will collaborate with Microsoft

• They will file a monopolization case

• They will issue a warning