UK and US forge AI partnership to shield critical infrastructure from cyberattacks

The UK and US are developing a partnership to use artificial intelligence to protect critical infrastructure in both countries from cyberattacks, British Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced Tuesday. The initiative aims to leverage AI capabilities to strengthen defenses for essential services against evolving digital threats. Burnham disclosed the collaborative effort during his announcement, highlighting the growing importance of AI in national security applications. The partnership reflects deepening transatlantic cooperation on emerging technology challenges. It comes amid increasing concerns about cyber vulnerabilities in essential sectors and follows broader discussions between the two allies on technology and security policy.