AI minister warns 'likely' UK's cyber defences will be breached

UK AI minister Kanishka Narayan warned that the nation's cyber defences are likely to be breached. He said the government plans to deploy advanced artificial intelligence tools to reinforce the UK's protection against cyber attacks. The warning highlights growing concerns about the vulnerability of critical infrastructure as cyber threats evolve. Narayan emphasized that leveraging AI could improve detection and response capabilities, but acknowledged that no system is completely immune. He also called for increased collaboration between public agencies and private sector firms to share threat intelligence. Funding for AI‑driven security projects is expected to rise in the upcoming fiscal year, aiming to stay ahead of adversaries.