Architect of British government’s AI strategy joins Anthropic
Matt Clifford, who helped design the United Kingdom’s artificial‑intelligence strategy and authored its AI action plan, has taken a senior position at US‑based Anthropic. Clifford previously advised both Labour leader Keir Starmer and Prime Minister Rishi Sunak on AI policy. His move signals the firm’s recruitment of experienced government advisers as it expands its AI development efforts.