AI minister Kendall says she doesn't use AI at work
Summary
Liz Kendall, the UK Minister in charge of Artificial Intelligence, said she does not use AI in her work but uses it in her personal life, such as to help with an allergic reaction. The government has launched a £500 million fund to support British AI companies and is exploring AI’s potential in various areas, including driverless cars and job center services.Key Facts
- Liz Kendall is the UK Science, Innovation and Technology Secretary responsible for AI.
- She personally uses AI technology but not in her official job duties.
- The government created a £500 million fund to invest in UK AI companies, called the Sovereign AI unit.
- AI is used in some government services, for example, rewriting CVs for jobseekers and summarizing consultation responses.
- There are concerns about job losses from AI, especially with driverless cars affecting taxi drivers.
- Kendall said new jobs will be created as some jobs change or disappear.
- A 2023 YouGov poll found 75% of Britons worry AI could threaten humanity.
- Kendall believes AI development is safe but acknowledges the need to consider job impacts carefully.
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