Great to kick off our annual tech policy conference today, talking about the need for ambition, partnership and action to drive inclusive growth that benefits the whole UK economy. #TechPolicy2025

Great start to @techuk.bsky.social's Tech Policy Conference 2025 #TechPolicy2025

It’s #TechPolicy2025 day! Kicking things off, @antonywalker.bsky.social, Deputy CEO of techUK, set the stage with insights on the future of the UK’s tech sector and the policies driving its growth.

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Delighted to be at the @techuk.bsky.social #TechPolicy2025 event, today.

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How can regulation fuel growth, not stifle it? This morning at #TechPolicy2025, industry leaders explored how smarter regulation can drive innovation, support scaling businesses, and build a competitive digital economy.

Speakers: Tom Smith, Kate Davies, Charles Brasted, Stephen Almond.

With the UK’s AI Opportunities Action Plan setting the stage, how can we turn ambition into action? This #TechPolicy2025 session dives into what’s needed to drive AI adoption and innovation for the future.

Speakers: Chi Onwurah MP, Justin Wilson, Sam Sharps and Sue Daley OBE.

Sarah Cardell, CEO of the CMA, sat down with our CEO to unpack what the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act means for UK tech. From fostering fair competition to driving innovation, the CMA is stepping into a pivotal role in shaping a dynamic, pro-growth digital economy.

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At #TechPolicy2025, Tracy Brabin, Mayor of West Yorkshire, and Jeff Bullwinkel (Microsoft EMEA) discussed how to deliver digital opportunities across the UK—ensuring innovation, investment, and connectivity reach every region. @antonywalker.bsky.social

To close the day, Rt Hon Peter Kyle MP joined Zahra Bahrololoumi CBE (Salesforce) for a conversation on the future of UK science, innovation, and technology—covering growth, investment, and the policies shaping our digital future. #TechPolicy2025

📷 CONFIRMED SPEAKER: Kirsty Innes, Director, Technology Policy at @labourtogether.bsky.social 📷

Join us on 10 March for techUK's Tech Policy Conference in Westminster!

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💥 CONFIRMED SPEAKER: Kate Davies, Public Policy Director, Ofcom 💥

Join us on 10 March for techUK's Tech Policy Conference in Westminster!

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Why "Ethical AI" Through Hardwired Rules Is Impossible?

AI pioneer De Kai argues rule-based ethical systems fail due to intractable conflicts (trolley problems), communication action complexity, and machine learning's cultural adaptation.

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Disappointing that @alanmakmp.bsky.social used his position on this afternoon's opening panel to try and score political points rather than contributing positively to the important discussion on keeping UK tech competitive #TechPolicy2025