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DeepMind UK staff seek union recognition over fears of military AI deployment

Technology
Published on 5 May 2026
DeepMind UK staff seek union recognition over fears of military AI deployment

Workers cite use by US and Israeli militaries

Google DeepMind UK employees have moved to formally recognize a union, saying the company’s AI is being used for military purposes by the US and Israeli forces. Staff are asking for an end to those applications and want the firm to reinstate commitments against building AI weapons or surveillance technologies tied to them.

  • DeepMind UK workers pursue official union recognition
  • Employees allege company AI supports US and Israeli militaries
  • They demand a halt to military and surveillance applications
  • Workers ask for renewed pledges against AI weapons
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