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UK Military Invests £1 Billion in AI Cyber Defense

5/29/2025

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The British military is set to pour over £1 billion into artificial intelligence and a cutting-edge cyber command, aiming to bolster its defenses against rising threats from Russia and China. Defence Secretary John Healey warns that "the keyboard has become a weapon of war," highlighting the urgent need to strengthen cyber warfare capabilities.

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The British military is set to pour over £1 billion into artificial intelligence and a cutting-edge cyber command, aiming to bolster its defenses against rising threats from Russia and China. Defence Secretary John Healey warns that "the keyboard has become a weapon of war," highlighting the urgent need to strengthen cyber warfare capabilities.