United Kingdom: Department for Science, Innovation and Technology adopted International Artificial Intelligence safety report 2025

On 29 January 2025, the Department for Science, Innovation and Technology (DSIT) adopted the International Artificial Intelligence (AI) safety report 2025. The report provides an overview of the capabilities and risks associated with general-purpose AI. It highlights the rapid advancements in AI, including the ability to generate code and create photorealistic images. It also addresses emerging risks including biased outputs, privacy concerns, and AI-enabled threats. The report discusses the limitations of current mitigation techniques and the challenges policymakers face in managing AI's unpredictable progress. It emphasises the need for further research, international cooperation, and the development of risk management standards, and offers a snapshot of the scientific understanding of AI safety without recommending specific policies.