Policy/press release/2026-11-04

US Bank Regulator OCC Issues AI Risk Management Guidance for Financial Institutions

The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC), a US bank regulator, has issued new guidance for banks on managing risks associated with artificial intelligence. This marks the first time a US bank regulator has provided such specific instructions for examiners to assess AI use in financial institutions. The guidance aims to ensure safe and sound operations while encouraging responsible innovation within the financial sector.

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  • The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued guidance
  • The guidance is for banks regarding AI use
  • It focuses on managing risks associated with AI
  • It is the first AI guidance from a US bank regulator for examiners
  • The guidance aims to ensure safe and sound operations and responsible innovation

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