UK to commit hundreds of millions to a 'distinctively British' AI approach

Chancellor John Healey said the budget will fund AI development to bolster Britain's security and growth. Measures include investment in the AI Security Institute, £10m a year to study AI's impact on jobs and up to £300m in public-private funding for a new AI Biosecurity Lab.

• Budget includes the biggest ever investment against cyber risks
• £10m a year will study AI's effect on jobs and industry
• Up to £300m committed to a new AI Biosecurity Lab
• New AI chip design capability in Edinburgh and a centre in Manchester