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Poste Italiane expands ATM network and digital services

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Poste Italiane is upgrading its Postamat ATM network with new generation machines featuring a “cash-in” function, allowing account holders to deposit banknotes directly into the machines. As of the first half of 2026, the company has installed 431 new units, bringing its nationwide total to 9,668. This expansion aims to mitigate “progressive banking desertification” in Italy, where commercial bank ATMs declined from over 40,000 in 2018 to approximately 36,000 in 2025. To enhance digital accessibility, the company has enabled cardless withdrawals via the official Poste Italiane app. Users can select the ‘Prelievo senza carta’ function and scan a QR code displayed on the ATM screen to authorize transactions via PosteID or biometric authentication. While the smartphone replaces the physical card, withdrawal limits remain governed by the user’s specific account conditions. ~~However, security~~ Security concerns have recently forced operational changes. Following a series of explosive attacks targeting ATMs—which have caused significant damage to machines and buildings, particularly in the province of Cosenza, Calabria—Poste Italiane has implemented a temporary security measure. The company has disabled cash withdrawals from Postamat ATMs during nighttime and evening hours at high-risk locations. This is described as a “transitory measure, taken based on a precise risk analysis and aimed at countering attacks with explosives that have devastated numerous post offices.” ~~In Calabria,~~ Beyond banking, the ~~network has expanded to 483 machines as of~~ company is expanding its role in public administration through the ~~first half of 2026. The province of Cosenza leads this regional presence with 174 24-hour service points across 228~~ Polis project. This initiative involves renovating post offices. Other provincial totals include Reggio Calabria with 128, Catanzaro with 97, Vibo Valentia with 53, and Crotone with 31. These machines offer services such as balance inquiries, mobile top-ups, and bill payments, offices in smaller municipalities to provide essential services. For instance, the renovated Olginate office now allows citizens to access registry certificates, INPS services, and ~~are equipped with anti-skimming technology~~ passport applications and ~~banknote marking mechanisms.~~ renewals, reducing the need to visit police stations.

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