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32 articles tagged AI policy
EU reports progress across all five pillars of AI Continent Action Plan
The European Commission says its AI strategy is delivering results with 19 AI factories, a new Data Union Strategy, and €1 billion in funding calls for AI adoption.
Teachers warn AI is eroding pupils' critical thinking in England
NEU survey of 9,000 teachers finds two-thirds have observed declining thinking skills among pupils using AI, as 49% oppose government AI tutor plans.
Palantir UK boss urges government to keep £330m NHS data contract
Palantir's UK chief has pushed back against calls to exit the £330m NHS Federated Data Platform deal as ministers explore triggering a break clause in the contract.
UK government adds AI to national security procurement priorities
New government guidance will recognise AI alongside shipbuilding, steel, and energy infrastructure as critical for national security, with departments directed to prioritise British suppliers in these sectors.
OpenAI Foundation announces $1bn investment plan across health, jobs, and AI safety
The OpenAI Foundation has outlined plans to spend at least $1 billion over the next year on life sciences, economic impact research, AI resilience, and community programmes.
UK Government Backtracks on AI Copyright After Creative Sector Outcry
Technology Secretary Liz Kendall confirms the government has dropped its preferred approach to AI copyright, following widespread opposition from artists including Sir Elton John and Dua Lipa.
EU Council agrees to delay and simplify AI Act high-risk rules
The EU Council has adopted its negotiating position on streamlining the AI Act, pushing back deadlines for high-risk systems and extending SME exemptions.
Trump Orders Federal Agencies to Drop Anthropic AI Immediately
President Trump directed all federal agencies to cease using Anthropic technology as the Pentagon classified the AI company as a supply-chain risk to national security.
US Military Used Claude AI During Iran Strikes Despite Trump Ban
The US military reportedly used Anthropic's Claude to inform its attack on Iran, just hours after Trump ordered all federal agencies to stop using the AI tool.
Public Scepticism Threatens UK Government AI Ambitions, Report Finds
Deloitte and Re:State polling shows 37% of voters see AI as a risk to public services versus 23% as an opportunity, while public service leaders remain optimistic.
UK Commits Record £1.6 Billion to AI Research and Innovation Strategy
UKRI launches its first AI strategy backed by record funding, targeting breakthroughs in healthcare, clean energy and public services.
European Parliament Blocks AI Tools on Lawmakers' Devices
The European Parliament has disabled built-in AI features on official devices, citing cybersecurity and data privacy concerns over uploading confidential correspondence to US-hosted cloud services.
UK AI Minister Unveils Fractile's £100m Investment and Sovereign AI Fund at Founders Forum
Minister Narayan announces Fractile's £100m UK commitment, a £500m Sovereign AI unit, and plans to skill 10 million workers in AI by 2030.
UK Government Launches Cross-Department Unit to Monitor AI Job Disruption
Work secretary Liz Kendall acknowledges jobs will be lost but pledges AI training for all British adults as government prepares for workforce transition.
UK Minister: Universal Basic Income Needed for AI Job Displacement
Investment minister Lord Stockwood reveals government discussions about UBI to support workers in industries facing AI disruption, suggesting tech windfall levy could fund payments.
UK Government Abandons Plans for Comprehensive AI Bill
Ministers shift from promising 'stronger' AI regulation to ditching plans for overarching legislation, prioritising growth over governance.
Former Chancellor George Osborne Joins OpenAI to Lead Government AI Partnerships
Ex-UK chancellor takes role heading OpenAI for Countries division, working with governments worldwide on national AI infrastructure and rollouts.
UK Government Partners with Google DeepMind on AI for Public Services
Google DeepMind will open its first automated research lab in the UK and develop AI tools for government, education, and clean energy applications.
