AGP Executive Report
Last update: 3 hours agoDefence Tech: The UK is set to give up to 12 British defence firms access to Ukraine’s Avengers Labs battlefield data to train AI for drone swarms, with training done inside a secure perimeter. Quantum Push: Lockheed Martin has opened a Quantum Innovation Center to turn quantum research into defence-ready prototypes, including work with external partners. Air Travel Tech Scrutiny: The UK Civil Aviation Authority has launched a review into the Nats air traffic control software failure that disrupted more than 2,000 flights, focusing on resilience, modernisation and consumer impact. AI Governance: A Reuters/Ipsos poll finds Americans are using AI faster than they trust it, and UK scepticism is even higher about responsible development and regulation. Cyber/Privacy: TikTok has withdrawn appeals over a GBP 12.7m children’s privacy fine, agreeing to pay after ICO action. Business & Automation: Barclays reports 9 in 10 UK manufacturers are turning to automation as confidence rises, even as energy costs bite. Broadband: Sky says it’s rolling out faster full-fibre speeds, including 1.6Gbps for most homes and up to 5Gbps for some. Employment Tribunal: A Gitpod exec dismissed after sleeping in a sauna is seeking up to £76m compensation after a tribunal ruling.
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