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Ask HN: How far are we from the days that banks are fully operated by AI Agents?
May 20, 2025 · news.ycombinator.comThe commentary suggests that while technology is advancing rapidly, financial institutions are lagging in their willingness to integrate these advancements into their operations. This cautious approach stems from a need to ensure security and trustworthiness in their services, indicating that the transition to fully digital banking solutions will take more time.
Key takeaways
- RBC, Canada's largest bank, recently required customers to print and mail web forms for account opening.
- Banks are currently hesitant to trust AI agents for operations.
- There is ongoing work to build trust in online forms within the banking sector.
- The transition to digital trust in banking is still in progress.