Toronto Centre Podcasts

Ep. 175: Virtual Executive Panel: Innovation at the Frontier - How Emerging Technologies Are Reshaping Central Banking and Supervision

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Show Notes

This discussion convened senior global experts to examine how supervisory and regulatory authorities can prepare for rapid technological change. It focused on artificial intelligence and the evolution of supervisory tools, skills, and institutional capabilities.

The speakers explored how emerging technologies are reshaping supervisory mandates, the key challenges that may lie ahead, and the global public good priorities that should guide supervisory approaches to innovation.

Panelists:

Beju Shah, Head, Toronto Innovation Centre, Bank for International Settlements (BIS)

Stefan Ingves, Chair, Toronto Centre; Former Governor, Sveriges Riksbank

Moderator:

Babak Abbaszadeh, President and CEO, Toronto Centre

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