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HDFC and Kotak: AI agent safeguards have not kept pace with data access, The Ken reports

Nov 3, 2026 · Issue 14 · 3 sources, 3 articles

The Ken reports that Indian banks and non-bank financial firms are giving AI agents access to customer data to boost sales, but safeguards have lagged despite regulatory warnings. HDFC and Kotak are among those affected (3 November 2026).

Who is affected and how

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