What does the new UK Labour government mean for AI?
With the Labour Party securing a landslide victory in the UK general election, the tech sector in the country is abuzz with speculation about the impact the new government will have on AI.
International Collaboration in AI
Last November, the UK hosted the AI Safety Summit, marking the first major country to do so. The summit aimed to foster international collaboration in AI, resulting in the Bletchley Declaration - an agreement between several countries to work together on addressing AI risks.
Investments in Responsible AI
In February, the UK allocated over £100m to establish nine new research hubs dedicated to developing responsible AI. Additionally, Microsoft pledged £2.5bn to expand its AI data center presence in the UK.
Prominent Voices in Tech
CEO Marc Warner of Faculty, an AI firm that works with the UK government, believes it's time for the UK to fully embrace the benefits of "safe, narrow AI" under Labour's leadership.
Openness and Responsibility
Amanda Brock, CEO of OpenUK, emphasized the importance of learning from the past and ensuring AI is not controlled by a select few. She advocates for open AI to maintain the UK's leadership in the field.
AI Safety and Cybersecurity
In May, the UK introduced Inspect, a safety testing platform for AI models. As cyber threats evolve, companies like Protegrity stress the need for robust cybersecurity measures to protect data and prevent AI-based attacks.
Spencer Starkey from SonicWall highlights the importance of a strong national cybersecurity strategy, urging the government to prioritize cybersecurity to safeguard sensitive data and critical infrastructure from sophisticated cyber threats.
For those interested in learning more about emerging tech trends, check out our podcast, Future Human: The Series on Spotify, Apple, or your preferred podcast platform.
