Closer coordination on agentic AI adoption, risks sought by UK digital regulators
( April 1, 2026, 15:01 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: A forum representing four key UK digital regulators wants to coordinate more closely on how to approach agentic AI, with plans to invite further industry feedback and to shape a coordinated framework while monitoring risks and adoption. The Digital Regulation Cooperation Forum said it wants to ensure the UK regulatory frameworks can help realize the opportunities of this technology to promote growth. The DRCF represents Ofcom, the Information Commissioner’s Office, the Competition and Markets Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority.Statement follows. Paper attached....
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