UK Government Outlines Ambitious Tech Regulation Plans

New legislation focuses on cybersecurity, data innovation, and preliminary AI governance without a dedicated AI bill.

The King's Speech introduced the Cyber Security and Resilience Bill to bolster protections for critical infrastructure.
The Digital Information and Smart Data Bill aims to boost economic growth through innovative data use and new digital identity services.
Plans to regulate powerful AI models were mentioned, but no specific AI bill was introduced.
The government intends to modernize and strengthen the Information Commissioner's Office (ICO).
Industry experts urge the government to balance regulation with fostering innovation.