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Boost City regulator’s powers to help protect UK consumers from AI, says watchdog

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UK ministers have been urged to strengthen the powers of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) to protect consumers from AI risks, according to the FCA's Mills review. The review examined how AI will reshape financial services by 2030 and found that companies are shifting to AI-enabled services. It also warned of amplified risks of cyber-crime and fraud. The report is seen as a landmark review that could lead to regulatory changes.

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Amplified risks of cyber-crime and fraud

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The Financial Conduct Authority conducted the Mills review.

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The Financial Conduct Authority's Mills review analyzed how AI will reshape financial services from 2030 onward.

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  • Amplified risks of cyber-crime and fraud
  • Consumer protection as security imperative

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<p>FCA’s review into how tech will reshape financial services warns about amplified risks of cyber-crime and fraud</p><ul><li><p><a href="https://www.theguardian.com/business/live/2026/jul/06/sky-takeover-itv-broadcasting-media-deal-business-live-news">Business live – latest updates</a></p></li></ul><p>Ministers have been urged to toughen the City regulator’s powers to protect consumers against…

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The Financial Conduct Authority's Mills review analyzed how AI will reshape financial services from 2030 onward.

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Ministers have been urged to toughen the City regulator’s powers to protect consumers against the potential risks of AI.

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The review warns about amplified risks of cyber-crime and fraud.

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The review found that companies are already starting to shift from human-led activities towards AI-enabled services for everyday consumers.

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The Financial Conduct Authority conducted the Mills review.

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