Palantir hits back at Sadiq Khan after £50m contract with Met police blocked
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has blocked a £50 million contract for the Metropolitan Police to use Palantir's AI technology for intelligence analysis, citing a "clear and serious breach" of procurement rules. Palantir criticized Khan's decision, accusing him of prioritizing politics over public safety, while the Met warned of potential cuts to officer numbers. The controversy highlights broader concerns about Palantir's use of public funds and its alignment with London's values, despite the company's significant contracts with other UK public services. AI
IMPACT Highlights the growing scrutiny of AI companies' ethical alignment and procurement practices in public services.