The SEACEN Centre is pleased to present Artificial Intelligence in Central Banking, a comprehensive survey-based report examining how central banks across the Asia-Pacific region are integrating artificial intelligence (AI) into their core operations. Conducted among SEACEN’s member, associate, and observer institutions, the study provides a regional perspective on the evolving role of AI in policy analysis, financial supervision, data governance, and organisational transformation.
The report underscores AI’s growing significance as a strategic capability for central banks, enhancing analytical precision, operational efficiency, and institutional learning, while also highlighting the governance, ethical, and human-capital challenges that accompany its adoption. It draws comparative insights from international initiatives, including the Bank for International Settlements’ work on AI governance. It distils key policy considerations to guide SEACEN member institutions as they navigate this technological transition. By documenting practical experiences, challenges, and emerging good practices, our publication contributes to the global conversation on responsible AI adoption in central banking.