SEC to Examine Firms' AI Phishing and Deepfake Defenses in 2027 Review
Original headline: SEC Examiners' 2027 Focus Includes Firms' Protections Against AI Phishing, Deepfakes
The SEC’s examination division announced that it will assess how firms govern the use of artificial intelligence, focusing on AI‑driven phishing and deepfake threats as well as vendor risk. The review will also prioritize oversight of illiquid products and readiness for Reg S‑P disclosure requirements.
AI‑based phishing and deepfakes pose direct threats to market integrity and investor protection, making SEC scrutiny crucial.
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