Rishi Sunak Takes Advisory Roles with Microsoft and AI Firm Anthropic

Former Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has accepted paid advisory roles with Microsoft and AI firm Anthropic, as confirmed by the Advisory Committee on Business Appointments. This move underscores the growing intersection of politics and technology, particularly in artificial intelligence. While Sunak's expertise may benefit these companies, it also raises concerns about the influence of former political leaders in the tech sector.