Keir Starmer Shifts Focus to AI Security, Aligning with Donald Trump’s Policies
Prime Minister Keir Starmer is shifting the UK's approach to artificial intelligence (AI) by prioritizing AI security over traditional safety concerns, aligning more closely with the policies of former U.S. President Donald Trump. This strategic pivot aims to strengthen UK-US relations and position the UK as a leader in AI security.
The UK's AI Safety Institute, initially established with a £50 million budget to address AI safety issues, will be renamed the AI Security Institute. This rebranding reflects a focus on mitigating serious AI risks, moving away from concerns like bias and freedom of speech. This shift aligns with the U.S. administration's preference for AI systems free from ideological bias and minimal regulation.
At the AI Summit in Paris, the UK and the U.S. decl...