# DOJ reportedly examines a16z board roles at competing AI companies

_Monday, August 17, 2026 at 1:35 PM EDT · Power, AI · Developing · Tier 2 — Notable_

The US Justice Department has been investigating Andreessen Horowitz for nearly a year over whether its investment partners improperly serve on the boards of competing AI companies, Bloomberg reported, citing sources. The report describes the matter as an antitrust probe focused on the venture firm's board relationships. The supplied summary does not state a finding, enforcement action, or response from a16z or the Justice Department.

## Sources

- [Techmeme](https://www.techmeme.com/260817/p29#a260817p29)

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