Archive · 2 Aug 2026
UK AI Minister Calls for Domestic Investment, Not Outsourcing
The UK has a new AI minister named Kanishka Narayan.
He says people are worried about AI, and that’s okay.
He wants the UK to build its own AI computers and data centres instead of buying them from other countries.
The government will spend a lot of money to help start‑up companies and to make more data centres.
He also says AI can help people find better jobs, like a hairdresser who got a new job after an AI tool helped her.
He promises to keep an eye on the risks and make sure workers benefit from AI.
UK AI minister Kanishka Narayan urges domestic investment in AI infrastructure.
He cites Britain’s 15‑year lag and calls for more funding for AI chips, data centres, and start‑ups.
The government plans to triple data‑centre capacity by 2030 and has a £500 million sovereign AI fund.
Narayan stresses AI will reshape jobs but proper recruitment tools can create new career opportunities.
He acknowledges worker concerns and pledges to manage risks while ensuring benefits for the workforce.
- Who
- AI Minister Kanishka Narayan
- What
- Urges UK to invest in domestic AI infrastructure and technology
- When
- 2024
- Where
- United Kingdom
- Why
- To remain competitive, reduce dependence on overseas tech, and create jobs
- Minister
- Kanishka Narayan
- Position
- AI Minister of the United Kingdom
- Investment Target
- Triple data centre capacity by 2030
- Sovereign AI Fund
- £500 million
- Key Focus Areas
- AI chips, data centres, start‑ups