Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey warns G20 finance ministers about systemic financial risks from AI
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Bank of England governor Andrew Bailey sent a warning to G20 finance ministers and central bank governors that advanced AI could increase cyber and systemic risks to financial infrastructure and contribute to a global economic downturn. He urged policymakers and firms to prepare for simultaneous disruptions across multiple firms or technology suppliers, address market fragilities, and improve cyber resilience, including faster patching and restoration workflows.