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UK's new thinking on AI: Unless it's causing serious bother, you can crack on


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Plus: Keep calm and plug Anthropic's Claude into public services Comment The UK government on Friday said its AI Safety Institute will henceforth be known as its AI Security Institute, a rebranding that attests to a change in regulatory ambition from ensuring AI models get made with wholesome content - to one that primarily punishes AI-abetted crime.

The UK government has adopted a new approach to AI regulation, encapsulated in the phrase "unless it's causing serious bother, you can crack on." This policy reflects a more permissive stance towards AI development, focusing on fostering innovation while still addressing significant risks. The approach is detailed in a white paper from the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology, which outlines that AI regulation should be proportionate, context-specific, and not overly restrictive. The government aims to avoid stifling innovation with heavy-handed regulations, instead opting for a system where AI technologies are allowed to progress unless they pose substantial harm or ethical issues. This strategy is part of a broader effort to position the UK as a leader in AI technology by balancing economic growth with responsible AI use.

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