Competition and Markets Authority
The UK's competition and consumer protection authority, responsible for promoting competition and tackling unfair practices in markets.
Its role in AI governance
The CMA examines the competition and consumer implications of AI, with particular attention to foundation models and the market power of the firms that build and supply them. Its work assesses whether the AI value chain remains open and contestable and whether consumers are protected as AI is embedded into products and services.
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Frequently asked questions
What does CMA regulate?
The UK's competition and consumer protection authority, responsible for promoting competition and tackling unfair practices in markets.
What is CMA's role in AI governance?
The CMA examines the competition and consumer implications of AI, with particular attention to foundation models and the market power of the firms that build and supply them. Its work assesses whether the AI value chain remains open and contestable and whether consumers are protected as AI is embedded into products and services.
What jurisdiction does CMA cover?
Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) is a regulator in United Kingdom. Its official website is www.gov.uk/government/organisations/competition-and-markets-authority.
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