An AI tool that’s already helped the UK government claw back almost half a billion pounds in fraud is set to be rolled out worldwide.

The Fraud Risk Assessment Accelerator identifies loopholes in policy to prevent them being exploited by fraudsters.

Meanwhile, scientists have confirmed the Silverpit Crater off the coast of Yorkshire was formed by an asteroid. We speak to associate professor at Heriot Watt University Uisdean Nicholson about the findings.

Also in this episode:

• More than 200 leading politicians and scientists have warned the UN that AI needs binding international limits by 2026
• More than 70 ‘super-battery’ projects get one step close to being funded and boosting renewable energy storage
• Chinese scientists say a rogue gravitational wave could be a signal from another universe
• Trophies for Tomb Raider: Anniversary are spotted online - could this mean a surprise October release?
• Sweden pitches itself as the remedy you need for your physical and mental health

Today’s thumbnail image shows a seismic map of the top of the Silverpit Crater. Credit: Uisdean Nicholson.

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