Unvetted AI agents are accessing US bank accounts, Axios scoops
rickasaurus · x · 2026-10-22
An Axios scoop reports major U.S. banks detecting unauthorized third-party AI agents operating inside customer accounts. In response, rickasaurus argues no agent should ever touch your main bank account — instead, set up a separate agent-funded account and transfer money in as needed.
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