Policy and Legislation
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UK’s ‘Tech Prosperity Deal' with US hits rocky ground
News The US has reportedly threatened to pull out of the deal over the Digital Services Tax and broader economic disagreements
By Emma Woollacott Published
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Trump's AI executive order could leave US in a 'regulatory vacuum'
News Citing a "patchwork of 50 different regulatory regimes" and "ideological bias", President Trump wants rules to be set at a federal level
By Emma Woollacott Published
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Technical standards bodies hope to deliver AI success with ethical development practices
News The ISO, IEC, and ITU are working together to develop standards that can support the development and deployment of trustworthy AI systems
By Emma Woollacott Published
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AWS says global alignment on AI can complement growth and success
Interview Serious discussions over global AI alignment will be needed in coming years to ensure no regions or nations are left behind
By Ross Kelly Published
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Big tech looks set to swerve AI regulations – at least for now
News President Trump may be planning an executive order against AI regulation as the European Commission delays some aspects of AI Act
By Nicole Kobie Published
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How US businesses come out on top in the Tech Prosperity Deal
In-depth What does the future hold for US and UK businesses after the two nations agree on a landmark technology deal?
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet Published
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Cyber Security and Resilience Bill: Security experts question practicality, scope of new legislation
News The new legislation aims to shore up critical infrastructure defenses, but questions remain over compliance and scope
By Ross Kelly Published
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Empowered employees strengthen financial sector digital resilience
Industry Insights Intelligent, bespoke employee cybersecurity training and awareness is critical for DORA compliance
By Saj Mohidin Published
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What California's new AI safety law means
News The new legislation covering AI safety and innovation directly counter federal efforts to ban state-level AI regulation
By Nicole Kobie Published
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Three things you need to know about the EU Data Act
News A host of key provisions in the EU Data Act will come into effect on 12 September, and there’s a lot for businesses to unpack.
By Ross Kelly Published
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Does the US AI Action Plan add up and how will it change the global AI landscape?
Long read Businesses should expect to feel benefits in the short term, especially AI developers with potential to land government contracts – but experts warn of risks on the horizon
By Keumars Afifi-Sabet Published
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What businesses need to know about the General-Purpose AI Code of Practice
News General-purpose AI model providers will face heightened scrutiny
By Ross Kelly Published
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