FTC Seeks Comment on Cloud Computing, Competition Concerns

The FTC requested public comment on cloud computing business practices and impacts on competition and data security. The agency’s request for information is open for comment until May 22. The agency is seeking input about economic reliance on a “small handful of cloud service providers,” cloud customers’ ability to negotiate, competition for storage services, artificial intelligence products and data security disclosure practices. “The RFI is aimed at better understanding the impact of this reliance, the broader competitive dynamics in cloud computing, and potential security risks in the use of cloud,” said FTC Chief Technology Officer Stephanie Nguyen Wednesday.