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Lawmaker warns AI could trigger bank runs in seconds

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U.S. Representative Bill Foster has warned that artificial intelligence could precipitate bank runs within seconds, stating that current systems are unprepared for such an event. He emphasized the need for real-time regulatory dashboards, standardized reporting, and open-source software to mitigate the risks associated with AI-driven financial instability. Foster's remarks highlight a growing concern among lawmakers about the potential impact of advanced AI on the financial sector. AI

IMPACT Highlights potential systemic risks of AI in finance, prompting calls for regulatory preparedness.

RANK_REASON A lawmaker's opinion on potential AI risks, not a direct release or policy action.

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Lawmaker warns AI could trigger bank runs in seconds

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  1. Mastodon — sigmoid.social TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] ·

    ‘We are not ready’: # AI could trigger bank runs in seconds, lawmaker says Rep. Bill Foster, D-IL, said real-time regulatory dashboards, standardized reporting

    ‘We are not ready’: # AI could trigger bank runs in seconds, lawmaker says Rep. Bill Foster, D-IL, said real-time regulatory dashboards, standardized reporting and open source software are needed to prevent an AI-driven bank run. https://www. bankingdive.com/news/agentic-a i-bank…

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