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April 29, 2026

In the coming AI future, Britain must not end up at the mercy of US tech giants

Trump is volatile, capricious and unreasonable – but he belongs to the old world of analogue power. What comes next will be harder to manage

In the coming AI future, Britain must not end up at the mercy of US tech giants

TL;DR

  • Donald Trump's foreign policy is based on transactional relationships rather than traditional alliances.
  • The US is pulling away from Europe in technological power, driven by rivalry with China.
  • AI is identified as a crucial currency for future economic, scientific, and military advantages.
  • Britain risks dependency on a few companies controlling vital digital infrastructure.
  • A call is made for cooperation among 'middle powers' to develop a resilient digital ecosystem.
  • Advancements in AI, like Anthropic's Mythos, raise concerns about cybersecurity and potential misuse.
  • The ethical standards of tech leaders like Sam Altman and Elon Musk are questioned.
  • Brexit complicates Britain's efforts to build indigenous technological capabilities.
  • The current AI investment bubble does not negate the transformative potential of the technology.
  • The tools developed by some tech leaders could be used for political influence and economic coercion.

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