Report
Spring 2026 - The state of intelligent finance: AI, agents, and trust
Artificial intelligence is rapidly evolving into an essential financial tool for millions of consumers, raising expectations for personalized, permissioned, and proactive experiences. As over half of Americans turn to AI to manage their money, institutions must deliver robust infrastructure built on transparency and trust. Plaid software helped power this intelligent financial revolution by providing the secure underlying connectivity and data networks required for safe automation. By enabling seamless, permissioned access to financial accounts, Plaid empowers organizations to deploy innovative AI tools that elevate consumer financial health, streamline decision-making, and bridge literacy gaps.
