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- 2026-05-22 regulatory London Mayor Sadiq Khan blocked a £50 million contract for Palantir's AI technology with the Metropolitan Police. source
- 2026-05-16 regulatory Over 4,000 police officers were deployed to manage rival protests in London. source
- 2026-04-27 regulatory London Mayor Sadiq Khan blocked a £50m contract for Palantir's AI technology due to procurement rule breaches.
- 2026-04-22 partnership The Metropolitan police is in discussions to acquire AI technology from Palantir. source
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Palantir sues London Mayor over blocked Met Police contract; new game releases announced
Palantir is planning to sue London Mayor Sadiq Khan after he blocked a £50 million contract for the Met Police. Khan intervened due to concerns about procurement rules. Separately, news emerged about upcoming video game…
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Palantir to sue London Mayor over blocked £50m Met police contract
Palantir is preparing to sue London Mayor Sadiq Khan after he blocked a £50 million contract for the Metropolitan police to use Palantir's intelligence analysis software. Khan cited a breach of procurement rules and a l…
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Netflix and AMC series earn perfect 100% Rotten Tomatoes scores
Two new series have garnered perfect 100% critic scores on Rotten Tomatoes, indicating high critical acclaim. One is "The Witness," a three-episode limited series on Netflix dramatizing the 1992 real-life killing of Rac…
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UK Police AI linked to false arrest over facial recognition
Police.AI, a facial recognition system, has launched in the UK, but has already been linked to a false arrest. The system identified a man based on similar glasses, facial features, body structure, and shoes as a suspec…
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Palantir's AI software fuels growth amid controversy
Palantir, a US data analytics company, has seen significant growth and controversy due to its AI-driven software used by global clients including the NHS and military. Founded by Peter Thiel, the company's valuation has…
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Six stabbed after Arsenal Premier League victory parade in London
Six individuals were stabbed in London following Arsenal's Premier League victory parade. The incident occurred hours after the celebratory event, which drew thousands of fans and a significant police presence. Authorit…
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UK group calls to ban AI crime prediction tech over bias
A UK advocacy group is campaigning to ban AI-powered "crime-predicting" technology, arguing it violates the presumption of innocence. The group highlights that these systems are trained on flawed data reflecting histori…
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UK petition demands inquiry into Palantir's defense AI use
A petition is circulating in the UK calling for a public inquiry into Palantir's use of defense-linked AI in the public sector. The petition highlights concerns about automated targeting in military, intelligence, and p…
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London police seek £300M tech after Palantir deal blocked
The Metropolitan Police in London has outlined a £300 million technology procurement plan following the rejection of a contract with Palantir. The deal, initially valued at up to £50 million, was blocked by a deputy may…
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UK police seek charges for Grenfell Tower fire deaths
British police are seeking to bring criminal charges against 57 individuals and 20 organizations nearly a decade after the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire that killed 72 people. The Metropolitan Police will submit evidence fil…
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London deploys 4,000 police for rival pro-Palestine, far-right protests
London authorities deployed over 4,000 police officers to manage rival pro-Palestine and far-right protests, fearing clashes. The demonstrations, including a march organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson and a pr…
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Politidex game lets players 'catch' UK politicians in Pokémon-style battles
A new mobile game called Politidex, launched on May 6th, allows players to capture and train UK politicians in a Pokémon-style format. Players engage in "debates" using parliamentary maneuvers instead of traditional bat…
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London police credit facial recognition cameras with 173 arrests
London's Metropolitan Police have reported significant success with a trial of fixed facial recognition cameras, leading to an average of 173 arrests over a period of time. The system reportedly identifies suspects ever…
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UK politicians face scrutiny over AI facial recognition's mistaken identities
The UK Home Office is facing scrutiny over its use of live facial recognition technology, with concerns raised about potential misuse and racial bias. Despite assurances that the AI-powered system, supplied by NEC, only…
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Sany Heavy Industry reportedly considering $500M IPO in Hong Kong
Sany Heavy Industry's truck division is reportedly considering an IPO in Hong Kong, aiming to raise approximately $500 million. Separately, Monolithic Power Systems (MPS) has increased its manufacturing capacity target …
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UK watchdogs warn AI facial recognition oversight lags behind rapid tech deployment
UK watchdogs are warning that the oversight of AI-powered facial recognition technology is not keeping pace with its rapid deployment by police and retailers. Commissioners highlight that the technology's effectiveness …
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The Met hosts technologists to explore museum collection with AI tools
The Metropolitan Museum of Art hosted an event where over 40 technologists and makers gathered to explore new methods for interacting with its collection. Participants focused on developing innovative ways to engage wit…
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Palantir's AI services for UK police draw ethical concerns
Palantir, an American AI company, is reportedly in discussions with the Metropolitan Police in the UK to provide its artificial intelligence technology for criminal investigations. The proposed use of this technology ai…
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Met Police uses Palantir AI to monitor officers, sparking privacy concerns
The Metropolitan Police Service (MPS) has deployed Palantir's AI technology to monitor its own officers, prompting concerns from the Metropolitan Police Federation. The system analyzes employee data, including location …
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London Mayor Blocks £50M Palantir AI Deal Over Procurement Rules
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked a £50 million contract for the Metropolitan Police to use Palantir's AI technology for intelligence analysis, citing a "clear and serious breach" of procurement rules. Palantir critic…