A recent government report highlights the remarkable growth of the UK AI sector, which has outpaced the wider economy by an astounding 150 times since 2022. This surge has been propelled by a substantial increase in investment, leading to record revenues of £23.9 billion for the sector last year. The UK now hosts over 5,800 […]
The UK and Singapore are collaborating to establish an international framework for AI governance in the finance sector, potentially serving as a model for other nations. Recently, representatives from the UK’s Financial Conduct Authority and Singapore’s Monetary Authority convened in London for their tenth annual Financial Dialogue, alongside fintech companies from both countries showcasing cutting-edge […]
The UK is taking proactive measures by deploying artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance Arctic security, amid increasing threats from hostile nations and growing geopolitical tensions. This initiative will be highlighted by Foreign Secretary David Lammy during his visit to the region. The UK government views this deployment as a demonstration of its commitment to employing […]
An AI tool named ‘Consult’ has been developed to analyze government feedback efficiently, aiming to help public officials quickly understand citizens’ opinions. UK Technology Secretary Peter Kyle emphasized the potential of AI to speed up analysis and cut costs associated with manual labor and contractors. Consult was recently tested by the Scottish Government to interpret […]
The UK semiconductor industry is facing a critical turning point, with the organization techUK calling on the government to take decisive action to maintain its competitive edge on the global stage. According to Laura Foster, techUK’s Associate Director of Technology and Innovation, the UK has a unique opportunity to excel in the semiconductor sector, but […]
AI is poised to be a fundamental element of the UK’s economic and social revival, as indicated by a comprehensive action plan released by Prime Minister Keir Starmer. This extensive initiative supports all 50 recommendations from the AI Opportunities Action Plan, developed by Matt Clifford CBE, a noted tech entrepreneur and chair of the Advanced […]
Salesforce has released its UK AI Readiness Index, which highlights the United Kingdom’s strong position to lead the next phase of AI innovation, particularly in the area known as agentic AI. The report indicates that the UK is ahead of other G7 nations regarding AI adoption but also identifies areas that require further development, such […]
A recent survey conducted by CloudNine PR shows a significant awareness of generative AI among UK adults, with 83% recognizing the technologies. Notably, 45% of respondents want greater transparency from companies regarding the environmental impacts associated with these tools. As demand for generative AI grows, concerns over its sustainability are becoming increasingly pronounced. Data centres, […]
The UK is taking significant steps to enhance its cybersecurity capabilities by establishing the Laboratory for AI Security Research (LASR). This new initiative is driven by the need to tackle emerging threats posed by artificial intelligence, described by officials as part of an “AI arms race.” With initial funding of £8.22 million from the government, […]
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