US-UK Tech Deal Talks Still Alive, Says Downing Street

Despite reports of delays, Downing Street has confirmed that negotiations over the much-anticipated US-UK Technology Prosperity Deal remain ongoing.

The agreement, first unveiled during President Donald Trump’s state visit in September, was heralded as a landmark partnership aimed at boosting collaboration in cutting-edge fields such as artificial intelligence (AI), quantum computing, and advanced nuclear technologies. Alongside the announcement, major US tech firms including Microsoft, Google, and Nvidia committed to investing £31 billion in the UK’s technology infrastructure, reinforcing Britain’s ambition to become an AI superpower.

While talks have reportedly slowed due to wider trade concerns raised by the US, the Prime Minister’s spokesperson stressed that discussions are “active at all levels of government” and that negotiations of this scale are “never straightforward.” The White House has yet to comment, but senior US officials have signalled a desire to resume progress once commitments under the broader Economic Prosperity Deal are met.

For the UK tech sector, the stakes remain high. The deal promises to accelerate innovation, create jobs, and strengthen Britain’s position as a global leader in emerging technologies. Industry experts suggest that despite the current impasse, pledged investments are unlikely to be affected meaning plans to scale up AI infrastructure and data centres across the UK are still on track.

As the world watches, this transatlantic partnership could shape the future of technology for decades to come. Shoothill will be keeping a close eye on developments and what they mean for businesses and innovators here in Britain.