Fake news reports and disinformation campaigns driven by generative AI pose a significant risk to causing bank runs.
Generative AI systems can easily create fake stories suggesting security deficiencies in banks and the safety of depositors' money.
The study found that scammers could earn $1.2 million in fraudulent spending for every $12 spent on social media advertising for their fake news campaigns.
Financial institutions need to monitor account withdrawals to identify and prevent instances where false information influences customer behavior.