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Artificial intelligence

We want safe and responsible adoption of AI in UK financial markets. Find out how we can support your idea or firm.

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Collaborate with us through our AI Lab

Develop, test or experiment with your AI solutions for financial services in a safe environment.

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Our approach to AI

Check how our frameworks apply to your firm's use of AI, and how we're using it to become a smarter regulator.

How our rules apply to AI
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AI Live Testing

We're launching a safe place for firms to test AI systems in real-world conditions, with appropriate regulatory support and oversight.

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Working with you on AI

Key milestones as we collaborate with you to understand how UK financial markets are changing with AI.

1

Pre 2024

We carry out research on AI in UK financial services.

2

2024

Our AI Lab launches and we publish our approach to AI.

3

January 2025

We host AI Lab showcase events and testing with partners.

4

May 2025

AI Consortium, Live Testing and Supercharged Sandbox launch.

5

Coming soon

We'll continue to build and deliver our AI Lab.

Our AI research

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AI in financial services

Trends and insights on how you are adapting to AI in your work.

75% firms have already adopted some form of AI.
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75% firms have already adopted some form of AI.

84% of firms have an individual accountable for their AI approach.
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84% of firms have an individual accountable for their AI approach.

Over 200 firms helped by our AI testing and machine learning services.
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Over 200 firms helped by our AI testing and machine learning services.

Cybersecurity is the biggest perceived risk among firms.
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Cybersecurity is the biggest perceived risk among firms.

How will AI change financial services over the next 5 years?

400 industry experts and stakeholders came together to map out the benefits and risks of AI.

Explore highlights from our AI sprint