Artificial Intelligence News: UK Supercomputer Funding in Limbo
Key Points:
– The new Labour government has halted £1.3bn of funding previously dedicated to tech and AI initiatives by the previous Conservative government.
– This decision jeopardizes the development of Britain’s first next-generation supercomputer, a project earmarked for the University of Edinburgh with £800m in funding.
– An additional £500m meant for the AI Research Resource, supporting AI computing power, has also been put on hold.
Final Thoughts:
Well, it seems like the future of Britain’s high-tech endeavors is experiencing a bit of turbulence as political shifts impact funding for AI projects. Let’s hope these financial hiccups don’t throw a spanner in the works for the development of cutting-edge technology. After all, who doesn’t want a supercomputer that’s smarter than your average politician?
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https://www.theguardian.com/business/article/2024/aug/02/uk-funding-technology-and-ai-projects
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