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Your bank's cyber defences

The Bank of England wants to ensure that the AI models used by financial institutions are safe and don't create new weaknesses. If AI systems become too powerful and interconnected without proper safeguards, a cyberattack on one bank could potentially spread, affecting your ability to access your money or make payments.

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