The Bank of Italy hosted a joint workshop with the European Commission and the OECD as part of a project examining the use of artificial intelligence (AI) in Italian financial markets, positioning the initiative as a forum to balance innovation with the risks associated with AI. In opening remarks, Deputy Governor Chiara Scotti framed the project as a structured dialogue between Italian financial authorities and market participants aimed at encouraging responsible deployment of AI while safeguarding stability, integrity and competitiveness. She also pointed to the participation of the European Commission and the OECD as an example of governance designed to keep pace with fast-evolving technologies, including potential cross-border implications, without unduly constraining innovation.