Data charter paves the way for AI in Camden

As artificial intelligence (AI) advances, local governments have an important role to play, says Tariq Khan, Chief Digital and Information Officer for the London Borough of Camden.

Tariq Khan, London Borough of Camden

Alongside his day job, Khan is also studying for a Master’s in AI at the University of Cambridge.

“I really want people to understand that there's this big tidal wave of AI coming and it's going to be there whether you like it or not,” Khan told Cities Today. “There isn't going to be an approval process for AI. It’s just going to seep in without you even knowing it, and people will be using it."

He believes that local governments can use AI to improve services and d...