Commercial lenders shouldering heavier AI burden than central banks: ICBC president

Commercial lenders are taking on a heavier burden when it comes to artificial intelligence, according to the president of the Industrial and Commercial Bank of China. Liu Jun stated that commercial bankers are facing a more difficult transition than their central banking counterparts, who focus on oversight and policy. This means that commercial lenders are directly responsible for the financial and legal implications of deploying AI at scale, which can be a significant challenge. As a result, the adoption of AI in the finance industry may be slower than expected.

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Commercial banks are facing a difficult transition as artificial intelligence reshapes the finance industry. This transition is more challenging for them than for central banks, which may impact their operations and efficiency.

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