https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/g7-to-launch-exercises-to-guard-against-ai-cyber-attacksContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/g7-to-launch-exercises-to-guard-against-ai-cyber-attackshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/g7-to-launch-exercises-to-guard-against-ai-cyber-attacks#u134915Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:55:11 +0000G7 finance ministers agreed on October 16 to conduct joint tabletop exercises simulating AI-driven cyberattacks on financial institutions. Japanese Finance Minister Satsuki Katayama stated the exercises aim to guard against cybersecurity risks and coordinate responses among the member economies. These simulations will specifically target the financial sector to identify vulnerabilities and test resilience as fears regarding AI-enabled threats rise. The initiative follows warnings from the IMF concerning risks to confidence within the global financial system.Why it mattersThe move reflects grow