Overview
- The Bank of England is launching a review into the potential risks posed by artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning to the UK's financial stability.
- The review comes amid concerns that wider adoption of these technologies could lead to system-wide financial stability risks, such as 'herding behaviour' and increased cyber risks.
- New AI and data providers could become important participants in financial markets and may require closer oversight.
- The Bank's Financial Policy Committee will further consider the financial stability risks of AI and machine learning in 2024.
- Despite concerns, the Bank acknowledges the significant benefits these technologies could bring to the financial sector, including greater operational efficiency, improved risk management, and new products and services.