24/09/24
UK collaborates with US and Canada on cybersecurity
The UK Ministry of Defence, the US Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) and the Canadian Department of National Defence have agreed to collaboratively pursue research, development, test and evaluation technologies for artificial intelligence (AI), cyber, resilient systems and information domain-related technologies.
The collaboration has been driven by the rapid pace of technology development and the future challenges. It is hoped it will further leverage relevant research programmes among all nations and reduce duplication of efforts.
The Defence Science and Technology Laboratory (Dstl) will be the lead agency for the UK. Defence Research and Development Canada (DRDC) will be the lead organisation on behalf of Canada.
Dr Nick Joad, Director Science and Technology at UK Ministry of Defence, said: "Our international research collaborations with both the US and Canada are some of our most vital and enduring partnerships.
"This agreement cements our collective commitments to advancing emerging cyber security technologies such as cyber security and artificial intelligence to enhance the defence and security of our nations."
Dstl Chief Executive, Dr Paul Hollinshead, said: "This partnership with two of our closest allies will help keep the UK secure at home and strong abroad today and in the future.
"Together, we are driving value for money for our respective taxpayers while creating mission critical capabilities through science and technology, keeping our countries and our people safe."
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