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Britain’s AI Ambitions: The £700 Million Budget Injection and the Scale-Up Conundrum
The government has unveiled a significant funding package to secure the nation’s technological future. Yet, as venture capital flows hit record levels, founders warn that without deeper pools of growth capital, the UK risks becoming a mere incubator for global giants.
British banking titans erect digital barricades against autonomous AI agents
The UK’s five largest financial institutions have restricted third-party AI access to customer accounts, citing systemic security concerns. This move mirrors a global trend as banks scramble to define the boundaries of financial automation.
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