Khan: FTC focuses on Big Tech’s top decision-makers

June 12, 2024

Khan: FTC focuses on Big Tech’s top decision-maker.

Targeting Major Offenders:
- FTC Chair Lina Khan stated that the agency is focusing on major offenders in Big Tech to tackle systemic illegal behaviors more effectively.
Strategic Enforcement:
- Lina Khan emphasized that the FTC aims to target key figures in Big Tech, likening them to “mob bosses,” for more impactful enforcement.
Antitrust Focus:
- Khan revealed the FTC’s strategy to prioritize cases against major players causing the most harm, such as recent probes into Microsoft and Meta.
Promoting Fair Competition:
- At TechCrunch’s event, Khan highlighted the importance of scrutinizing mergers to prevent monopolies and promote fair competition for startups.
Effective Deterrence:
- According to Khan, targeting top decision-makers in Big Tech can deter illegal practices and influence companies to consider antitrust risks upfront.