## Isle of Man launches National AI Office to harness AI The Isle of Man Government has officially launched its National AI Office (NAIO), a strategic initiative designed to promote the responsible and sustainable adoption of artificial intelligence. The initiative is backed by a £1 million government investment. The NAIO will serve as the Island’s single point of national coordination for AI adoption across government, industry, and the wider economy. This builds on the success of the Isle of Man’s Activate AI initiative, which has provided businesses with tools and training on AI. ## NAIO's Goals and Deliverables In 2025 alone, the Activate AI programme generated an estimated £2 million in productivity savings, demonstrating the value of a coordinated approach to AI adoption. The NAIO brings together existing functions and expertise, led by Digital Isle of Man, an executive agency in the Department for Enterprise supporting tech businesses. The main goal is to advance economic growth, improve public sector efficiency through AI-enabled services, and build AI literacy across society. The National AI Office will focus on six key deliverables in the first year: * Developing a national AI strategy, shaped by government, industry and community input. * Delivering a coordinated AI literacy programme, supporting people and businesses to use AI responsibly, build capability and understand risk. * Accelerating practical AI adoption across the economy to help businesses improve productivity, scale and competitiveness. * Providing clear guidance for safe and responsible AI use, supporting ethical, secure deployment and building public trust. * Driving AI-enabled improvement in public services, delivering services that are faster, simpler and more cost-effective. * Supporting a future-ready workforce through reskilling opportunities and expanded access to AI training and expertise.