HMRC using AI to scour suspected tax cheats' social media
12 days ago
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- HMRC uses AI to monitor social media posts for criminal investigations into suspected tax cheats.
- AI is used to streamline processes, reduce admin time, and better target fraud and evasion.
- Human oversight remains crucial to avoid risks like mistaken identity from fake or hacked accounts.
- AI has been used by HMRC for years, but its role in monitoring social media was recently disclosed.
- AI is only used in criminal investigations, not for everyday taxpayers.
- HMRC plans to add 5,500 compliance staff, indicating AI is not replacing jobs.
- HMRC aims to use AI to simplify tax returns and improve access to online guidance.
- Concerns exist about the government's national AI institute's stability, with potential funding cuts.