The Bank of Italy published its Strategic Plan for 2026-2028, setting out priorities and lines of action for operating in a more complex external environment shaped by geopolitical tensions, global economic fragmentation risks and major technological change. The plan emphasises proactive capacity to respond to external shocks, more effective communication of the Bank’s results, and continued focus on the energy and environmental transition. Key priorities include strengthening human capital and adopting artificial intelligence responsibly to improve institutional services, streamline operational and decision-making processes, reduce internal administrative burdens and maintain robust risk management safeguards. The Bank also plans to reinforce digital services across Italy in line with the reform of its branch network, advance work within the Eurosystem on the digital euro, and pursue initiatives such as Appia and Pontes to integrate blockchain technology into settlement platforms. In response to technological developments in the financial system, the plan also points to further efforts to strengthen prudential supervision of intermediaries, anti-money-laundering oversight and consumer protection, alongside measures to enhance the cyber resilience of the Bank and of payment and market infrastructures.

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