AI

AI deployment in government: laying the groundwork for success

In this webinar, experts discussed how best to implement artificial intelligence in the public sector, and how civil servants could ready themselves for an AI future  Governments around the world […]

AI surprises: Five minutes with Ed Kendall, director of advanced analysis at NHS England

In this sister series to our ‘Five minutes with’ interviews, we share insights from the civil and public service leaders who will speak at our Innovation conference. Taking place in London […]
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Report urges AI sustainability as energy concerns grow

The British government should invest in sustainable AI amid concerns about the amount of energy needed to power the technology, according to a report by the UK’s National Engineering Policy […]

New Zealand government forges path to responsible AI with new framework

The government of New Zealand has launched an artificial intelligence framework for the public service, setting out a roadmap to safe deployment of AI across government departments. Paul James, the […]

What are we really talking about when we talk about AI?

The phrase ‘artificial intelligence’ encompasses a plethora of different technologies and uses. The public sector should work to develop a shared language that describes the various possibilities to cut through […]

‘Global race of our lives’: how the UK aims to lead the AI revolution

Last year’s UK general election ushered in a government promising a mission-driven approach to public service. In line with this pledge, the UK’s prime minister Keir Starmer announced a plan […]

President Trump signs fresh AI directive after revoking Biden order

The Trump administration has introduced an executive order that aims to solidify the US as the world leader in AI.   The ‘Removing barriers to American leadership in artificial intelligence’ […]

Rolling out Canada’s public service AI strategy: The year ahead with chief data officer Stephen Burt

In this ‘Five Minutes With’ series, we interview senior civil servants about their achievements in 2024 and goals for the year ahead. This interview features Stephen Burt, chief data officer […]
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UK developing investment criteria for government AI spending

The UK government’s Treasury is working with the Central Digital and Data Office (CDDO) to develop criteria to assess the value of investments in artificial intelligence as part of the […]
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Digital Leaders Study 2024: Embedding AI across government in the UK

Artificial intelligence represents a potentially transformative shift for government – one that could revolutionise policymaking, national security and the delivery of public services. Governments, private companies and individual citizens around […]