About IMF
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) is an organization of 190 countries, working to foster global monetary cooperation, secure financial stability, facilitate international trade, promote high employment and sustainable economic growth, and reduce poverty around the world.Activities by IMF
Powering the Digital Economy: Opportunities and Risks of Artificial Intelligence in Finance
GlobalThis paper discusses the impact of the rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) in the financial sector. It highlights the benefits these technologies bring in terms of financial deepening and efficiency, while raising concerns about its potential in widening the digital divide between advanced and developing economies. The paper advances the discussion on the impact of this technology by distilling and categorizing the unique risks that it could pose to the integrity and stability of the financial system, policy challenges, and potential regulatory approaches.
Activity Type Research/Reports/AssessmentsEstimating Port Calls using AIS vessel tracking data
GlobalThis project aims to identify ships entering and leaving a port (by vessel type) using AIS vessel tracking data. It uses supervised machine learning with random forests to estimate vessel types and carrying capacities.
Activity Type AI Tools/SolutionsResearch/Reports/Assessments