AI minister Kanishka Narayan has hinted at new measures in next week's Budget, as the government considers tougher regulation of AI alongside plans to reduce Britain's dependence on foreign technology. Narayan said ministers must go beyond regulating AI and develop domestic technology to give Britain greater influence over how it is used.
AI Minister Hints at Budget Measures Amid Tougher Tech Rules Consideration
UKPulse News DeskUK AI minister Kanishka Narayan has hinted at new measures in next week's Budget, as the government considers tougher regulation of AI and plans to reduce Britain's dependence on foreign technology.
- The UK government is considering mandatory reporting of serious incidents involving autonomous AI systems
- Ministers are also looking into stronger powers to test advanced models before their release
Why this matters: The UK's reliance on foreign technology could have significant economic implications, with the government warning that Britain risks becoming a 'high value AI customer' unless it invests more heavily in domestic technology.
What this means for you: If the UK government introduces stricter regulations on AI, it could lead to changes in how businesses operate and potentially impact job roles.