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Bo Harald Chairman/Founding member, board member at Trust Infra for Real Time Economy Prgrm & MyData,

AI-agents should have ID-wallets

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Bo Harald

Bo Harald Chairman/Founding member, board member at Trust Infra for Real Time Economy Prgrm & MyData,

ID-wallet and AI-agent - the dynamic duo. I asked AI. It agrees with me..

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Bo Harald

Bo Harald Chairman/Founding member, board member at Trust Infra for Real Time Economy Prgrm & MyData,

We know where we are heading. Why not get going..

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Erica Andersen

Erica Andersen Marketing at smartR AI

AI Arms Race and the Interplay of Tariffs with the EU AI Act

Tariffs can have a multifaceted impact on the advancement of AI and automation, acting as both a potential hindrance and, paradoxically, a possible catalyst in certain areas. Integrating the "anti-innovative approach" of the EU AI Act alongside the impact of tariffs paints a more complex picture of the challenges facing AI and automatio

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Bo Harald

Bo Harald Chairman/Founding member, board member at Trust Infra for Real Time Economy Prgrm & MyData,

AI-agents should have ID-wallets

Why? Because they are of limited use unless they can be trusted and be interoperable with your own organisational and personal ID-wallet and other AI-agents. And as your customers, suppliers, the public sectors and your staff will have ID-wallets also to be able to interact with them as instructed. It should also be underlined that even if AI ...

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Bo Harald

Bo Harald Chairman/Founding member, board member at Trust Infra for Real Time Economy Prgrm & MyData,

ID-wallet and AI-agent - the dynamic duo. I asked AI. It agrees with me..

I asked AI how SSI principles in practise can support AI applications- before the AI-agent hype did change the scene.. (lower down about the dynamic duo).. Repost with comments at +++ "Self-Sovereign Identity (SSI) +++the base for EUDIwallet work+++ can be immensely supportive for AI applications in variou...

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Bo Harald

Bo Harald Chairman/Founding member, board member at Trust Infra for Real Time Economy Prgrm & MyData,

We know where we are heading. Why not get going..

We know that trust is needed more than ever before and that it is critically important for the AI-revolution. We know that trust will be built with identity building verifiable credentials. We know that all organisations and most citizens will have general purpose wallet applications very soon to be able to send and receive the credentials. We know...

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Naina Rajgopalan

Naina Rajgopalan Content Head at Freo

The Future of Payments: Integrating AI for Seamless Transactions

Imagine making a purchase with just a glance, thanks to biometric authentication powered by AI. This scenario isn't far-fetched; it's a glimpse into how artificial intelligence is transforming payment systems to create faster and more secure transactions. As you consider the implications of these advancements, it's essential to explore not just th...

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Bo Harald

Bo Harald Chairman/Founding member, board member at Trust Infra for Real Time Economy Prgrm & MyData,

We know where we are heading. Why not get going..

Joris Lochy

Joris Lochy Product Manager at Intix | Co-founder at Capilever

The EU AI Act and Financial Services: How are Financial Institutions impacted?

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Event Report

Using modern technology platforms to create an AI-driven bank

In the rapidly advancing banking sector, integrating Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become less of a choice and more of a crucial stepping stone. The industry is facing a turning point in the adoption of AI where organisations either embrace the opportunities in front of them or risk falling behind.  The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) has ushered in a new era of digital transformation. In banking operations, the integration of AI presents an opportunity for significant growth. However, this integration is not without its challenges. Banks are dealing with more data than ever before, and managing this information effectively is a crucial hurdle to overcome. From ensuring data accuracy and relevance to adhering to privacy regulations, these challenges require careful consideration.  The decision to incorporate AI should be a strategic one, aimed at addressing specific business challenges and not just a nod to the latest trend. Identifying growth-inhibiting challenges and evaluating the viability of AI as a solution is a practical and cost-effective approach.  This report highlights the key takeaways of a Finextra webinar, hosted in association with Red Hat, by a panel of industry experts. Discover:  Overcoming barriers in integrating AI into banking systems;  AI integration: A strategic approach; and  Effective utilisation of AI in business operations and risk mitigation.   

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Risk-based authentication: Enhancing security and user experience in fraud prevention

In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, the importance of robust cross-channel authentication cannot be overstated. As businesses and consumers increasingly interact across multiple platforms, ensuring secure and seamless authentication processes is paramount.  Online platforms have become integral to modern financial activities, which necessitates secure and seamless transactions, backed up by robust authentication mechanisms. Risk-based authentication offers a dynamic security approach, balancing user convenience with stringent fraud prevention.  The integration of cross-channel data and advanced technologies like machine learning (ML) and artificial intelligence (AI) is vital, as well as access and understanding of data. High-quality data is the cornerstone of effective fraud prevention and detection, which is why organisations must invest in robust data engineering practices to ensure collected data is accurate and well-labelled.  This investment enables the development of sophisticated models to better identify and prevent fraudulent activities. Prioritising data quality enhances fraud prevention strategies, protecting businesses and their customers from potential threats.  So how can organisations holistically address risk-based authentication in a dynamic world? This webinar report summarises the discussion of a Finextra webinar, hosted in association with Mastercard, and explores:  Risk-based authentication in fraud prevention;  Adapting fraud prevention to evolving threats;  Advanced authentication strategies for corporate fraud prevention;  Digital IDs, channels, and exclusion. 

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Event Report

AI strategies for scalable, secure and compliant banking

Delving into effective strategies and tools for secure and compliant AI integration in banking, emphasising the importance of open-source models, the role of generative AI, the advantages of synthetic data, and the influence of regulatory frameworks. Integrating AI in banking involves more than just adopting new technologies; it requires aligning these technologies with specific banking use cases to maximise benefits and mitigate risks related to data security and compliance. Open-source models facilitate this transformation by offering a collaborative platform for innovation and transparency, essential for building trust and ensuring the safe use of AI in banking.  The journey from proof of concept (POC) to production in AI and machine learning is often lengthy and complex. This extended timeline highlights the challenges organisations face in integrating AI into their operations. Embracing new tools and technologies and learning to utilise them effectively is crucial for overcoming these challenges and applying AI to day-to-day operations, leading to significant benefits in efficiency and innovation.  When looking at other markets, the United States has become a hub for tech giants, focusing on fostering innovation, while regions like Japan remain cautious, reflecting their unique regulatory landscapes and societal risk appetites. This diversity in regulatory approaches presents both opportunities and challenges for firms operating globally, necessitating a nuanced understanding of each market’s unique dynamics.  This webinar report summarises the discussion of a Finextra webinar, hosted with Red Hat, by a panel of industry experts. Discover:  How AI is enhancing innovation, efficiency, and security;  Synthetic data and regulatory impact;  What factors are holding organisations back from fully adoption AI-driven services;  Balancing innovation and regulation;  And more. 

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FinextraTV

How Knowledge Bases Enable Trusted Insights

During a quiet period at the 2025 Communify Fincentric Experience, Yaela Shamberg, Chief Product Officer, sat down with FinextraTV to give her outlook on the current technological landscape. From the innovation of componentization, data knowledge bases and brand differentiation, Shamberg discusses the main optimisms for 2025 in Fintech.

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Scott Hamilton

Scott Hamilton Contributing Editor at Finextra Research

How FIs and fintechs will use AI, fresh funding, and partnerships to grow in 2025

Finextra reviewed recent financial institution surveys and expert industry commentaries to zero in on the current and near-future realities of AI in banking and fintech circles. Is generative AI technology proving its promoters’ promises or fulfilling its heavily hyped potential in the financial services world? We also wanted to explore experts’ a...

Chris Holmes

Chris Holmes Peer at House of Lords

UK government delays AI Bill, but now is the time to regulate unchecked AI

Despite the welcome publication of the Government’s AI Opportunities Action Plan last month, the latest rumours around Westminster are that Ministers have delayed plans for an AI Bill as the UK government seeks to align itself with the U.S. administration on the technology. There is, self-evidently, a more than pressing need for cross-sector, AI-s...

Amanda Kavanagh

Amanda Kavanagh Contributor at Jobbio

What does the rise of AI agents mean for you at work?

Fintech has emerged as a leading sector at the forefront of AI adoption and automation. But recently, there has been some confusion about what agentic AI is, and how AI agents can be effectively put to use on both routine and complex tasks. Last month, we looked at how Citi GPS is using cutting-edge agentic AI, which it has dubbed the ‘do it for m...