The UK Government has announced the establishment of a new Centre for AI Measurement, to be led by AIRTO member NPL. The centre is a cornerstone of the AI Assurance Innovation Fund, designed to accelerate the development of secure, transparent and trustworthy AI technologies.
As high-capability AI systems become more integrated into the economy, the new centre will address the critical need for scientifically robust approaches for AI assurance, the process of identifying and mitigating risks before they impact businesses or the public. The centre will offer the collaborative environment required to undertake research while also providing expertise and support to empower industry, startups and researchers looking to develop and pilot technical assurance tools, with the aim of moving trustworthy AI assurance tools to market faster.
As the UK’s National Metrology Institute, NPL already plays a vital role in developing tools and approaches to increase confidence in AI. By underpinning AI assurance with metrology (the science of measurement), the new centre aims to give the UK a distinct competitive advantage, positioning the nation as a global leader in AI adoption.
