Financial institutions remain cautious about AI agent tools like OpenClaw.

Odaily Planet Daily reports that compared to individual users’ enthusiasm for trying new things, financial institutions remain cautious about AI proxy tools like OpenClaw. Several interviewees pointed out that banking systems carry a large amount of customer information and transaction data, requiring high security standards. If AI proxies gain excessive permissions or are improperly configured, they could lead to data leaks or system risks. “The volume and sensitivity of bank data are far greater than those in ordinary user environments. Once vulnerabilities occur, the impact will be much larger,” said a technical staff member from a joint-stock bank. Industrial and Commercial Bank of China issued a risk warning on March 10 regarding OpenClaw, cautioning against trap scams, being careful with authorization risks, and preventing investment fraud. On one hand, avoid freely opening sensitive permissions such as contacts, photo albums, and folders, and do not input ID numbers, bank card numbers, or payment passwords into unknown software; on the other hand, stay alert to phrases like “AI stock trading,” “guaranteed profit,” or “high returns with low risk.” For any transactions involving transfers, recharges, or investments, verify multiple times and do not trust blindly. (Yicai)