The UK is Leveraging AI to Catch Tax Defaulters
The UK’s tax authority, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC), has stated that it uses AI to review social media activity as part of its investigations into suspected tax evasion. According to the agency, the technology is not a replacement for human judgment and remains under legal supervision. In a public statement, HMRC said that expanding its use of AI will allow staff to spend less time on routine paperwork and more time assisting taxpayers. The technology is also expected to improve fraud detection, helping the government recover more funds for public services. Experts acknowledge the potential advantages but also caution…