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Quantum computing is coming – Is the financial sector ready?
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Quantum computing is coming – Is the financial sector ready?
In early 2025, the Bank of Finland conducted a survey on the prospects, benefits and risks of quantum technology in the financial sector. Based on the survey responses, quantum tech-nology has the potential to reshape business activities significantly in the long term. Only a few tests and practical trials have been conducted so far, however, as the technology is im-mature. As the opportunities of quantum technology, respondents cited the improvement of risk management and information security and the development of investment activities. In-formation security was also highlighted among the risks, however.
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Assessing transition risks in banks’ corporate loan portfolios
Climate change is forcing the economy to transit towards a more sustainable future. Transition risks are related to the process of adjustment to a low-carbon economy. Granular data are needed to analyse the transition risks.