Deepfakes and AI
Cybercrime is in the rise and cybercriminals are getting more innovative. Michael Barr examines how Gen AI enables deepfake technology and what should be done to protect against this risk in finance
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Tariffs and digital services
EU targeting of digital services in tariff retaliation would present challenges. Bertin Martens argues that the European Union lacks an instrument to unpick crossborder transactions on US digital platforms
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AI, fintechs, and banks
It’s only a matter of time before technological advances turn current generative AI issues into challenges rather than insurmountable problems. Michael Barr has high hopes for generative AI in making a sound and resilient financial system for all
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The transformative power of AI
All barriers that prevent the EU from being at the forefront of the AI revolution must be removed. Christine Lagarde says Europe should expect and prepare for major changes in two areas: productivity and labour markets
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How DeepSeek has changed AI
There have been major developments in artificial intelligence. Bertin Martens analyses innovations in AI models over the past half year and examines the economic implications for AI companies and policymakers
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The digital euro: retaining control
The digital euro is not just about creating a new form of money, says Philip R Lane. It is about ensuring that Europe retains control over its monetary and financial destiny in the digital age against increasing geopolitical fragmentation
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Bad actors move over
Cybercrime, fraud and scams are on the increase. Jonathan Sharp says it’s time to build trust for good actors to take centre stage
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Delivering value in M&A
M&A in the UK financial sector is gaining momentum. Jose Erasun considers the critical role of data management in navigating challenges and transforming them into strategic advantages
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Regulating AI in the financial sector
Juan Carlos Crisanto, Cris Benson Leuterio, Jermy Prenio and Jeffery Yong explore the potential impact of AI on the financial sector, focusing on operational efficiency, risk management and customer experience
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AI: hypothetical scenarios for the future
Advances in AI have accelerated rapidly over the past few years. Michael Barr considers generative AI, which he believes has the potential to change how we think about productivity, labour markets and the macroeconomy
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