Written questions

National Security: Artificial Intelligence

Lords · Question HL4996 · Tabled 12 Feb 2025 · Department for Science, Innovation and Technology · Official record

Answered 26 Feb 2025

Question

Asked by Lord Rogan

To ask His Majesty's Government what assessment they have made of the risk that DeepSeek poses to UK national security.

Answer

Answered by Lord Vallance of Balham, 26 Feb 2025

The AI Security Institute (AISI) tests the capabilities of advanced AI systems, wherever they come from, and whether open or closed, to assess any risks they may pose to our security.