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Technology · 6 July 2026

FCA seeks stronger AI rules for consumers

FCA seeks stronger AI rules for consumers

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Better protection could reach people using AI for money decisions as concerns grow about fraud, cyber threats and consumer harm. A review led by Financial Conduct Authority executive Sheldon Mills urged the UK government on 6 July 2026 to give the regulator wider powers over critical technology providers. Around 11 million UK residents said they'd use AI for financial decisions.

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