FT News Briefing AI that can control your computer
Oct 24, 2024
Josh Franklin, FT's U.S. banking editor, sheds light on new open banking regulations aimed at fostering competition in the financial industry. Christina Criddle, FT's technology correspondent, highlights Anthropic's groundbreaking AI virtual agent, Claude, which can perform tasks on users' computers. They discuss the implications of these technologies for both banking and everyday life, and the necessity for oversight as AI continues to evolve. The conversation touches on the balance between innovation and security in an increasingly tech-driven world.
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Open Banking Regulations
- New "open banking" regulations aim to simplify bank information sharing for apps like Venmo.
- Big banks are fighting back, concerned about data security and increased competition.
AI as Personal Assistant
- Anthropic's AI model, Claude, can now perform computer tasks like scheduling and form-filling.
- This raises concerns about AI making mistakes and the potential risks of autonomous agents.