This panel took place at the 2025 International Monetary Fund and World Bank Group Spring Meetings. 

The rapid evolution of financial innovation is redefining the landscape of supervision, presenting regulators and supervisors with the challenge of keeping pace with technological advancements while upholding financial stability, consumer protection, and market integrity. This session convenes leading experts to explore practical approaches for leveraging AI in supervision, equipping supervisors with the tools and insights needed to navigate an increasingly complex financial ecosystem. 

The discussion delved into how AI is reshaping financial systems to enhance resilience, with a focus on AI-driven risk management, operational efficiency, and financial inclusion. 

The panel discussed:

• The broader implications for financial stability, regulatory frameworks, and ethical considerations
• The role of AI in strengthening financial system resilience
• Innovations that enhance adaptability to market shocks and systemic risks
• Regulatory and operational challenges in integrating AI-driven solutions

Panelists:

Lesetja Kganyago, Governor, South African Reserve Bank

Andréa M Maechler, Deputy General Manager, Bank for International Settlements

Stefan Ingves, Chair, Toronto Centre

Moderator:

Jennifer Elliott, Assistant Director, Monetary and Capital Markets, IMF; Board Member, Toronto Centre

Read the transcript here. Read their biographies here.

Watch the executive panel here.