"SIBS celebrates the 40th anniversary of the Multibanco Network by giving it a new voice. Innovation being one of the distinctive characteristics of this Network, the Portuguese can now hear familiar phrases such as 'Retire o seu dinheiro' ('Withdraw your money') through a new voice, now generated by Artificial Intelligence," according to a report by Notícias ao Minuto.

The company that manages the Multibanco ATM network reveals that it was "launched on September 2, 1985, with nine devices in Lisbon and Porto, allowing withdrawals, balance and transaction inquiries, and PIN changes."

"Today, there are approximately 13,000 devices spread throughout the country, allowing for more than 90 different operations," explains SIBS.

Madalena Cascais Tomé, CEO of SIBS, reveals that "40 years ago, the first major driver of innovation and digitalisation was born in Portugal."

"Today, the Multibanco Network remains a daily presence in the lives of Portuguese people, largely thanks to its innovation, convenience, and simplicity. 40 years later, we continue to innovate, introducing a new voice, generated by Artificial Intelligence, which, by pressing the 5 key, helps Portuguese people carry out their transactions," says Madalena Cascais.

She adds that "SIBS remains committed to developing the Multibanco Network, which continues to make the daily lives of Portuguese people significantly easier and remains a unique example of innovation on a global scale."