MET POLICE PROBE HUNDREDS OF OFFICERS USING PALANTIR AI

The Met deployed Palantir's AI software over one week to surveil staff using data already in the force's possession. The system flagged numerous policy violations and potential criminal conduct among officers. Breaches identified include work-from-home violations and suspected corruption cases, prompting formal investigations across the department. Palantir, a US-based data analytics firm, has faced ongoing criticism over its surveillance capabilities and government contracts. The Met's use of the technology marks a significant expansion of AI-driven internal oversight in UK policing. The scale of investigations—involving hundreds of officers—suggests widespread compliance issues within the force. Details on the nature of suspected corruption cases and potential disciplinary outcomes remain unclear. The deployment raises questions about officer privacy and the Met's oversight procedures, though the force states it operated within its existing data access protocols.