Technology · 18 August 2026

CBI says UK must make AI adoption a national priority

The Confederation of British Industry (CBI) has called on the government to designate the coming decade as Britain's "adoption decade" for artificial intelligence. A new report from the CBI and Oliver Wyman warns that many firms are stuck in "pilot mode" and risk being left behind. The CBI wants a business AI adoption delivery group and investment in AI skills to boost the economy.

By BriefTea Editorial · 18 August 2026 at 2:21

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