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This roundtable brought together retailers, law enforcement and industry to examine how technology can help address retail crime, improve reporting and enhance staff safety. The discussion explored the role of intelligence sharing, governance and accessible technology solutions in supporting more effective prevention and response.
Read this guest blog by Umang Paw, CTO at PwC UK, on where the UK really stands with AI.
This session marked the launch of the forum’s 2026 activity under techUK’s MoU with the National Fire Chiefs’ Council, focusing on the role of digital and data skills in supporting the fire service. It explored approaches to building digital confidence, inclusion and capability, alongside practical challenges around user experience, accessibility and skills development.
The House of Commons Business and Trade Committee has published a new report on its priorities, including several suggestions from techUK.
The International AI Safety Report 2026 has been released today on 3 February 2026, marking the second iteration of the most comprehensive global assessment of artificial intelligence capabilities, risks, and safety measures.
The FCA has opened applications for the second cohort for their AI Live Testing service which offers firms the opportunity to test AI systems in live market conditions with regulatory support. Applications are open until 2 March 2026.
Read Jocelyn Paulley, Partner at Gowling WLG's guest blog on the essentials of implementing AI in your business.
The Westcott Space Hub has officially been opened in Buckinghamshire. Backed by £5.8 million of UK Space Agency funding and £15 million in match funding, this facility will support small and medium-sized businesses, major industry players, academia and others in the local space ecosystem to collaborate.
techUK is keeping track of the 2026 updates to the AI Opportunities Action Plan. A full summary of all the announcements this month is forthcoming.
Join us on 3 March to hear from tech experts, policymakers, academics and thought leaders.
