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Google DeepMind announces expanded partnership with UK government and AI Security Institute

Partnership Provisional 92% confidence first seen 10 December 2025, 14:59

Google DeepMind deepened its collaboration with the UK government across multiple initiatives, including establishing an automated laboratory for materials science research and deploying AI tools in education and public services. Concurrently, DeepMind expanded its partnership with the UK AI Security Institute through a new Memorandum of Understanding to conduct joint security, safety, and impact research.

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10 Dec, 14:59 Strengthening our partnership with the UK government to support prosperity and security in the AI era Google DeepMind official 11 Dec, 00:06 Deepening our partnership with the UK AI Security Institute Google DeepMind official

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