The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) is launching an investigation into Microsoft's alleged anticompetitive cloud practices.
The investigation follows a ProPublica report suggesting that Microsoft may have used anticompetitive tactics to secure government contracts in the cloud services market.
Microsoft's $150 billion security commitment to enhance the U.S. government's cybersecurity is being scrutinized as part of the investigation.
Critics argue that Microsoft's strategy aimed to gain control of government cybersecurity spending and prevent competitors from gaining a foothold in the sector.