UK swoons over OpenAI in legally meaningless love-in
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The UK's Department for Science, Innovation & Technology has signed a memorandum of understanding with OpenAI, aimed at expanding the company's operations in the UK. While the MoU is voluntary and not legally binding, it positions the British government as seeking to bolster its artificial intelligence capabilities. OpenAI will collaborate with DSIT to explore the use of advanced AI models in various sectors, enhancing awareness of AI's potential and associated risks. The agreement aligns with government ambitions to establish the UK as a leader in AI technology.
Under the memorandum of understanding, OpenAI will collaborate with the UK's Department for Science, Innovation & Technology to explore the deployment of advanced AI models in public and private sectors.
Technology secretary Peter Kyle emphasized the importance of AI in driving change across the UK, including improvements in the NHS and economic growth.
The British government views the agreement with OpenAI as a significant step towards establishing the UK as a leader in artificial intelligence.
The memorandum, while voluntary and not legally binding, is intended to facilitate future collaborations and explore potential AI applications for the benefit of the country.
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