AI Cyber Security Standard
Press Release
31 January 2025
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Responsible organisation:
Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Summary
The UK government has introduced a pioneering Code of Practice to enhance the cyber security of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems. This initiative aims to protect businesses and public services from cyber threats, ensuring the safe deployment of AI across the economy. The voluntary code provides guidelines for organizations to safeguard against AI-specific vulnerabilities, including implementing targeted cyber security training, developing incident recovery plans, and conducting thorough risk assessments. By establishing this standard, the UK seeks to maintain its leadership in secure innovation and support the growth of its digital economy.
Key Outcomes
Introduction of a Voluntary Code of Practice: Offers organizations comprehensive guidelines to protect AI systems from cyber threats.
Global Standardization Efforts: The code is set to form the basis of a new global standard for secure AI through the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
Support for the Government’s Plan for Change: Enhances the safe adoption of AI, driving improvements in public services and boosting productivity.
Economic Growth: Aims to secure the UK's digital economy, with the AI sector generating £14.2 billion in revenue last year.
Keywords:
AI Opportunities Action Plan
Artificial Intelligence
AI AI Innovation
AI Policy
Cyber Security
Department for Science, Innovation and Technology
Summary
The UK government has introduced a pioneering Code of Practice to enhance the cyber security of Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems. This initiative aims to protect businesses and public services from cyber threats, ensuring the safe deployment of AI across the economy. The voluntary code provides guidelines for organizations to safeguard against AI-specific vulnerabilities, including implementing targeted cyber security training, developing incident recovery plans, and conducting thorough risk assessments. By establishing this standard, the UK seeks to maintain its leadership in secure innovation and support the growth of its digital economy.
Key Outcomes
Introduction of a Voluntary Code of Practice: Offers organizations comprehensive guidelines to protect AI systems from cyber threats.
Global Standardization Efforts: The code is set to form the basis of a new global standard for secure AI through the European Telecommunications Standards Institute (ETSI).
Support for the Government’s Plan for Change: Enhances the safe adoption of AI, driving improvements in public services and boosting productivity.
Economic Growth: Aims to secure the UK's digital economy, with the AI sector generating £14.2 billion in revenue last year.
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