Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://mypepack.gophersport.com/video/?vid=B2sejRYFvvR Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Could this UK startup save Britain from AI oblivion? | BBC News [Z66HEYntlJ0] Health Updated on August 10, 2026 EDT — Published on August 10, 2026 EDT As governments and businesses confront their reliance on US tech giants, AI Decoded explores whether Britain can build its own AI future — and how quickly it must act. Now, a sudden decision from Washington is sending shockwaves through the global AI industry, restricting access to some of America’s most advanced systems — even for its allies. For UK companies, it raises a stark question: what happens when the technology you depend on is no longer available? Presenter Marc Cieslak is joined by Yang Li of East London startup Cosine, now racing to build a “sovereign” British alternative as demand surges following the US clampdown. Tech author and Bloomberg reporter Katrina Manson also joins to unpack the national security stakes, alongside co-host Stephanie Hare. Subscribe to our channel here: For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews VfMdIdNHTu6 HEX8Apn2zkc 1W2KgCv3xp9 I4VopXVbuty
As governments and businesses confront their reliance on US tech giants, AI Decoded explores whether Britain can build its own AI future — and how quickly it must act. Now, a sudden decision from Washington is sending shockwaves through the global AI industry, restricting access to some of America’s most advanced systems — even for its allies. For UK companies, it raises a stark question: what happens when the technology you depend on is no longer available? Presenter Marc Cieslak is joined by Yang Li of East London startup Cosine, now racing to build a “sovereign” British alternative as demand surges following the US clampdown. Tech author and Bloomberg reporter Katrina Manson also joins to unpack the national security stakes, alongside co-host Stephanie Hare. Subscribe to our channel here: For the latest news download the BBC News app or visit BBC.com/news #BBCNews VfMdIdNHTu6 HEX8Apn2zkc 1W2KgCv3xp9 I4VopXVbuty