Marc Cieslak, BBC’s AI Correspondent, offers insights into the UK government’s ambitious AI Action Plan intended to position the country as a leader in AI. Dr. Maxine Mackintosh, an AI and health expert, discusses how these advancements could revolutionize the NHS, focusing on stroke diagnosis and the critical role of public data. The conversation also touches on the importance of data privacy, the risks and benefits of sharing health information, and the challenges of implementing AI technologies across the NHS.

An AI-powered tool for blind people faced privacy concerns. Spotify's boss, Daniel Ek, discusses AI in music making. Marc Cieslak explores neural interface technology.

Chris Mason, the BBC political editor, teams up with Sarah Smith, the North America editor, to analyze the newly cordial relationship between Donald Trump and Keir Starmer following their first conversation. Meanwhile, Faisal Islam and Marc Cieslak dive into the competitive tension between US and Chinese AI developments, questioning the impact of China's rising tech firm on global markets and the implications for major US tech companies. They discuss underlying economic shifts and the evolving landscape of AI, comparing it to a new space race.