Regulatory Capture and Antitrust Laws in AI Industry

Regulatory bodies like the DOJ and the FTC are investigating potential antitrust violations in the AI industry, with a focus on Nvidia and Microsoft's deals. The investigation includes looking into Nvidia's use of CUDA software and product distribution practices. The FTC is also probing Microsoft's deal with Inflection AI, involving a controversial shadow aqua hire with a $650 million licensing fee. Despite the regulatory actions, some feel that the industry is still in its early stages with limited user cases and revenue compared to the massive investments made.