UK cyber bill targets AI users, not the vendors building it
Ministers reject proposed red lines and emergency shutdown powers, pointing instead to voluntary safeguards
The UK government has ruled out extending the Cyber Security and Resilience (Network and Information Systems) Bill to include AI vendors. Cybersecurity minister Baroness Lloyd of Effra defended the decision, arguing that regulating AI developers would not prevent their products from being misused by malicious actors. She said the UK would instead focus on other measures to secure AI, such as supporting the AI Security Institute and promoting international standards.
Lord Tarassenko and Baroness Kidron argued in favor of including AI vendors, citing concerns over rogue behavior and the need for stronger regulation. Despite rejecting several amendments, the government remains open to future discussions on AI regulation due to its economic importance.
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