What does Oxfordshire’s AI growth zone status mean?

Oxfordshire became the first of five Artificial Intelligence (AI) Growth Zones across the UK last year as part of government plans to make the country a leading global player in the technology’s development.

A large trade deal signed between the UK and the US in September committed billions of pounds for AI development – much of which could come in Oxfordshire.

Announcing the new growth zones, the Secretary of State for Science, Innovation, and Technology, Peter Kyle, said they would deliver “untold opportunities”.

But what does being appointed a “growth zone” actually mean for the county?