HMRC is deploying artificial intelligence to analyze social media activity in an effort to identify potential tax evasion. According to HMRC, the AI technology will be used to sift through publicly available data, flagging suspicious patterns and discrepancies that could indicate tax fraud. The agency emphasized that the AI will not replace human judgment and that all applications of the technology are subject to legal oversight and compliance procedures. The goal is to enhance efficiency in identifying and investigating tax-related offenses, ensuring fair tax collection.