20 Apr, 18:27··

Poste Fined 12.5 Million Euros

Poste, the Italian postal service, was fined 12.5 million euros. The fine was for problems with its BancoPosta and PostePay apps. The company said it was trying to stop fraud.

The fine was issued because the BancoPosta and PostePay apps broke rules about fighting fraud. Poste argued that it was using these apps to protect customers from fraud. However, a previous decision to fine the company was overturned. The company is challenging the current fine. The apps are used by many Italian customers for banking and payments.

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Highlights

Poste Fined 12.5 Million Euros

Poste has been fined 12.5 million euros by Italian authorities.

BancoPosta and PostePay Apps Involved

The fine was for violations related to the BancoPosta and PostePay apps.

Anti-Fraud Measures Claimed

Poste stated it was using measures to prevent fraud.

Previous Decision Annulled

The company claims a previous decision was already overturned.

Italian Postal Service Targeted

Maxi sanzione (large fine) was given to Poste, the Italian postal service.

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