Microsoft President Brad Smith has stated that the UK is in the strongest global position to establish a regulatory framework that promotes the safe and sustainable development of AI technology. He pointed out that the UK's robust institutional background and technical expertise are key to playing a leading role in international AI governance.
Crucially, the UK has been leading international dialogue on AI safety, backed by an extensive network of experts and the capability to formulate laws and regulations. Microsoft strongly supports this initiative, expressing its view that the UK possesses a well-balanced regulatory environment capable of mitigating risks without stifling technological innovation.
Moving forward, Microsoft plans to work closely with governments worldwide to accelerate the establishment of standards ensuring AI transparency, accountability, and safety. Smith expressed his expectation that the regulatory approach led by the UK will eventually become established as a global standard. Please note that this announcement does not concern a product release, but rather represents Microsoft's official policy stance on AI governance.