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 steps will the government take before filing a major monopolization case against Microsoft?

What challenges are associated with the process of investigating a major tech company like Microsoft?