MP introduces Bill prohibiting development of artificial superintelligence | News
A UK private member’s bill would bar artificial superintelligence systems and give government powers to oversee related technologies.
Summary
Alex Sobel MP presented the Artificial Superintelligence Bill to the House of Commons on 8 September 2026 through the 10-Minute Rule process. The proposal would prevent the creation, use and operation of artificial superintelligence. It would authorize government oversight of such systems and possible limits on enabling technologies. After the Commons approved the motion, the bill completed its First Reading and is due for Second Reading on 13 November 2026.