The UK and the Republic of Korea are forging ahead with plans for the next wave of global discussions on the safe development of Artificial Intelligence, with the AI Seoul Summit set for 21st and 22nd May.

Rural towns and villages in the Lake District have become the first in England to benefit as government delivers on its plan to improve 4G mobile coverage in hard-to-reach areas.  

Eleven projects that showcase the best of UK space expertise on the international stage have secured a funding boost from the UK Space Agency, as the global space industry lands in Colorado Springs for the 39th Space Symposium on Monday 8 April.   

£500,000 has been allocated to support five projects within the health sector that utilise drones for the delivery of medicines and medical supplies.

G7 nations have signed an agreement to unite and harness the innovative potential of AI to usher in a new era of global productivity and economic growth.

British semiconductor researchers and enterprises are set to gain significantly increased access to research funding, thanks to the UK's recent entry into the EU’s ‘Chips Joint Undertaking’ as part of Horizon Europe.

A new agreement to boost science and research ties, and plans for a joint group of science and research experts, are part of shared measures announced by the UK and Germany on 12 March 2024.

At the Space-Comm Expo, following the unveiling of the government's Space Industrial Plan, six initiatives aimed at enhancing infrastructure and fostering partnership within the burgeoning UK space sector were introduced.

Local authorities across the country will now be able to access new advice on how to stay safe from cyber threats, including practical guidance on what to do in the event of an attack and how to assess the cyber security of their suppliers.

Ahead of the Spring Budget this week, the Chancellor Jeremy Hunt has announced an investment package in the UK’s life sciences and manufacturing sectors.

Siemens has announced it is to invest £100 million in a centre of manufacturing excellence in Wiltshire.

The UK and France have announced new initiatives to enhance research collaboration and establish a new partnership aimed at furthering global AI safety. These measures were revealed during the first face-to-face meeting in London between French Minister for Higher Education and Research, Sylvie Retailleau, and UK Secretary of State, Michelle Donelan, following the UK's association with Horizon Europe.

A new report published by the Regulatory Horizons Council (RHC) has set out a pro-innovation approach to regulating quantum technologies, setting the stage for safe and effective advancement while cementing the UK's position as a global leader in the technology.

Silicon Catalyst.UK has announced that the ChipStartUK incubator for early-stage UK semiconductor startups is now open for its next round of applications.

Up to £15 million commercial funding could be made available for British science and technology to fly to space.

New funding and support has been unveiled to back British scientists working on chip development, which could power advancements in AI and underpin the technologies needed to reach net zero.

The UK is on course for more agile AI regulation, backing regulators with the skills and tools they need to address the risks and opportunities of AI, as part of the Government’s response to the AI Regulation white paper consultation (6 February 2024).

The government has announced the launch of new initiatives under its Plan for Drivers, aimed at bolstering support for electric vehicle (EV) drivers.

The announcement by Science Minister Andrew Griffith of a £45 million investment has marked a significant step towards enhancing the use of quantum technology across various sectors including healthcare, energy, and transport.

The UK is set to become the first country in the world to implement revolutionary protections for consumers using smart devices. With only 100 days remaining, these measures will bring a new level of security to a wide array of connectable devices, including smartphones, games consoles, and smart doorbells.