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UK plans £100 million investment in AI Biosecurity Lab

The UK plans to invest £100 million in an AI Biosecurity Lab described as the first of its kind in the world. The chancellor is due to announce AI spending in Wednesday’s Budget, with the aim of strengthening the UK’s defences.

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UK plans £100 million investment in AI Biosecurity Lab
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What to know

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    The UK plans to invest £100 million in an AI Biosecurity Lab.

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    The chancellor will announce AI spending aimed at strengthening UK defences in Wednesday’s Budget.

Why it matters

The plan is relevant to the UK’s aim of using AI spending to strengthen its defences.

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