UK Public Attitudes to National Security Data Processing

Explore the UK public's perspectives on artificial intelligence and automated data processing in national security through this webinar presenting groundbreaking empirical research. Learn about the first comprehensive study of its kind conducted by the Alan Turing Institute's Centre for Emerging Technology and Security (CETaS), which surveyed a nationally representative sample and convened citizens' panels to understand public awareness, support levels, and concerns regarding these technologies. Examine how citizens evaluate the trade-offs between human versus machine intrusion in security contexts and discover their expectations for automation in national security applications. Gain insights from researchers Ardi Janjeva from CETaS and Professor Marion Oswald from Northumbria University as they present the study's methodology, key findings, and implications for policymakers, oversight bodies, and professionals working at the intersection of technology, security, and public trust. Access valuable data and analysis that can inform decision-making processes around the implementation and governance of AI systems in national security contexts, while understanding the public sentiment that shapes the social license for these technologies.