UK privacy regulator to publish new AI strategy this year after government request
( June 1, 2026, 16:03 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The UK’s privacy regulator is developing a new AI workplan for 2026/27 that will focus on boosting public trust in AI and giving businesses more certainty on how data protection law applies to AI, it said in a letter to the government’s tech ministry. In response to a request for a plan to support AI-powered innovation, the Information Commissioner’s Office said its priorities include guidance on agentic AI and support for navigating increasingly personalized AI. The ICO said details will be set out in a workplan “in the coming months.” Statement follows. Letter attached....
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