"FTC Investigates Reddit's AI Data Deals Before IPO"

Reddit's sale of user data for AI training, including a recent deal with Google, has drawn an inquiry from the FTC, which has previously shown concern about data passing in the AI market. Reddit has been licensing data for years, but its move into AI-related purposes has sparked controversy, including the shutdown of free apps and add-ons for reading or enhancing Reddit. The FTC's inquiry raises concerns about unfair competition and user protests, potentially impacting Reddit's upcoming IPO.