The 50 recommendations of the AI Opportunities Action Plan, written by Matt Clifford CBE, have been accepted in full by the government, which is pressing ahead at pace to implement them. This drive to establish the UK as a leading centre for AI is a critical part of the government’s growth strategy. The Action Plan focuses on three core goals: “ Invest in the foundations of AI”, “Push hard on cross-economy AI adoption” and “Position the UK to be an AI maker, not an AI taker”. While the Government’s intentions are clear, the success of this plan depends on swift and coordinated action by regulators, government and both the private and public sector. If executed effectively, it could spark “a quiet AI revolution” and strengthen the UK’s position as the AI leader.

Against this background, and following the success of its recent, well-attended AI Regulation Summit, City and Financial Global is pleased to give you advanced notice of the Benefitting from the UK’s AI Opportunities Action Plan Summit, which will take place in Central London on 7 May .

This timely event will bring together top experts from the field to analyse the main opportunities and challenges that lie ahead as the Action Plan is implemented. It will also explore how to enhance public-private sector collaboration to maximise the benefits of AI implementation and identify opportunities for AI adoption in key industries via developing adoption plans, entering partnerships and smoothing procurement. The speakers will also address the current AI skills gap and share best practice about to can attract, train and retain the next generation of AI scientists and founders.