The Bank of Italy has flagged the publication on the CIPA website of the report “Quantum technologies in the banking sector”, presenting the results of an analysis conducted by a CIPA working group involving the Bank of Italy, ABI Lab and several banking groups. The report aims to build a shared knowledge base and raise awareness in the financial sector of the opportunities and risks associated with the emergence of quantum technologies, to support initiatives and strategy-setting. The document provides an introductory overview of quantum mechanics and key applications, maps the quantum technology ecosystem, and discusses quantum safety strategies. It also outlines potential impacts and opportunities, with a specific focus on implications for the banking sector.