Danske Bank UK has appointed Dr Fiona Browne as its first head of artificial intelligence, tasking her with leading the strategic development and use of AI across the bank.

She joins from FinTech 9fin and brings more than 18 years’ experience in AI and machine learning across both industry and academia, having previously served as CTO at Datactics.

In her new role, Browne will establish a new AI centre of excellence in Belfast, working closely with head of data & analytics Lyndsay Shields.