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Apple Pay India Launch: Apple Said to Be in Talks With Major Banks, Could Launch By Mid-2026
Apple Pay will be launched by the Cupertino-based tech giant in the middle of this year, according to a report citing people in the know of the matter. The company is reportedly in talks with multiple financial institutions at the moment for the launch of its digital payments solution in the country, including ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Axis Bank. ...
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Gemini Screen Automation Feature to Control Apps on Android Phones Spotted in Development
Google is said to be working on new agentic features for Gemini. The APK teardown of the Google app version 17.4 beta reportedly reveals a new Gemini agentic feature known as “Get tasks done with Gemini". The Labs feature is reportedly shown with strings explaining that “Gemini can help with tasks, like placing orders or booking rides, using sc...
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Apple Allows Third-Party App Stores, Relaxes Payment Restrictions in Japan to Comply With MSCA Act
Apple has introduced major changes to iOS and the App Store in Japan under the Mobile Software Competition Act, effective December 18. Rolled out with iOS 26.2, the update allows alternative app marketplaces, new payment options, and user choice for default apps. Apple has also updated fees, introduced safeguards for security and child safety, and ...
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US Tourist Surprised By China's Parking System That Locks Cars Without Payment: "How Insane"
He showcased a Chinese parking system where a physical barrier automatically pops up to "trap" the car in its spot if the driver has not paid the required fee.
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Jolla Phone Launched With 5,500mAh Replaceable Battery, Linux-Based Sailfish OS 5: Price, Availability, Features
Jolla has opened pre-orders for the Jolla Phone, a privacy-focused Linux smartphone, with a refundable EUR 99 (roughly Rs. 10,400) down payment and a full price of EUR 499 (roughly Rs. 52,400). Sales are planned for the EU, UK, Norway, and Switzerland, with delivery expected by mid-2026. The phone features a 6.36-inch AMOLED display, an unspecified...
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Paytm Revamps App With Cleaner Interface, Adds New AI-Powered Features
Paytm has redesigned its mobile app with a cleaner interface and new artificial intelligence (AI) features to make payments and financial management easier. The update adds tools to track spending, categorise transactions, and search payment history more efficiently. Users can now view all linked bank balances, use Magic Paste for faster transfers,...
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How To Make UPI Payments Abroad: A Comprehensive User Guide
With strategic partnerships across countries, UPI is steadily expanding its footprint in international markets.
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PhonePe to Launch UPI Payments App for Feature Phones With P2P Transfers, Offline QR Payments
PhonePe announced on Friday that it is planning to launch a Unified Payments Interface (UPI) solution for feature phone users in India. The digital payments and financial services company highlighted that the payment solution will be built on the UPI 123Pay technology. The service will be built on conversational engagement platform Gupshup’s GSPa...
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Google Pay Reportedly Levies Convenience Fees on Bill Payments via Credit and Debit Cards
Google Pay is now levying convenience fees on bill payments made via credit and debit cards, according to a report. Until now, the unified payments interface (UPI) platform was charging users Rs. 3 as a service fee on mobile recharges. However, it will now reportedly also levy a charge, in addition to the goods and service tax (GST), on utility bil...
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WhatsApp Reportedly Testing Feature to Allow Users to Make Bill Payments in India
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature for users in India. This feature is expected to allow users to make bill payments directly from within the messaging app. In November 2020, WhatsApp introduced the option to send money using the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) to select users in the country.
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Apple Pay India Launch: Apple Said to Be in Talks With Major Banks, Could Launch By Mid-2026
Apple Pay will be launched by the Cupertino-based tech giant in the middle of this year, according to a report citing people in the know of the matter. The company is reportedly in talks with multiple financial institutions at the moment for the launch of its digital payments solution in the country, including ICICI Bank, HDFC Bank, and Axis Bank. ...
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Gemini Screen Automation Feature to Control Apps on Android Phones Spotted in Development
Google is said to be working on new agentic features for Gemini. The APK teardown of the Google app version 17.4 beta reportedly reveals a new Gemini agentic feature known as “Get tasks done with Gemini". The Labs feature is reportedly shown with strings explaining that “Gemini can help with tasks, like placing orders or booking rides, using sc...
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Apple Allows Third-Party App Stores, Relaxes Payment Restrictions in Japan to Comply With MSCA Act
Apple has introduced major changes to iOS and the App Store in Japan under the Mobile Software Competition Act, effective December 18. Rolled out with iOS 26.2, the update allows alternative app marketplaces, new payment options, and user choice for default apps. Apple has also updated fees, introduced safeguards for security and child safety, and ...
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US Tourist Surprised By China's Parking System That Locks Cars Without Payment: "How Insane"
He showcased a Chinese parking system where a physical barrier automatically pops up to "trap" the car in its spot if the driver has not paid the required fee.
-
Jolla Phone Launched With 5,500mAh Replaceable Battery, Linux-Based Sailfish OS 5: Price, Availability, Features
Jolla has opened pre-orders for the Jolla Phone, a privacy-focused Linux smartphone, with a refundable EUR 99 (roughly Rs. 10,400) down payment and a full price of EUR 499 (roughly Rs. 52,400). Sales are planned for the EU, UK, Norway, and Switzerland, with delivery expected by mid-2026. The phone features a 6.36-inch AMOLED display, an unspecified...
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Paytm Revamps App With Cleaner Interface, Adds New AI-Powered Features
Paytm has redesigned its mobile app with a cleaner interface and new artificial intelligence (AI) features to make payments and financial management easier. The update adds tools to track spending, categorise transactions, and search payment history more efficiently. Users can now view all linked bank balances, use Magic Paste for faster transfers,...
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How To Make UPI Payments Abroad: A Comprehensive User Guide
With strategic partnerships across countries, UPI is steadily expanding its footprint in international markets.
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PhonePe to Launch UPI Payments App for Feature Phones With P2P Transfers, Offline QR Payments
PhonePe announced on Friday that it is planning to launch a Unified Payments Interface (UPI) solution for feature phone users in India. The digital payments and financial services company highlighted that the payment solution will be built on the UPI 123Pay technology. The service will be built on conversational engagement platform Gupshup’s GSPa...
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Google Pay Reportedly Levies Convenience Fees on Bill Payments via Credit and Debit Cards
Google Pay is now levying convenience fees on bill payments made via credit and debit cards, according to a report. Until now, the unified payments interface (UPI) platform was charging users Rs. 3 as a service fee on mobile recharges. However, it will now reportedly also levy a charge, in addition to the goods and service tax (GST), on utility bil...
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WhatsApp Reportedly Testing Feature to Allow Users to Make Bill Payments in India
WhatsApp is reportedly working on a new feature for users in India. This feature is expected to allow users to make bill payments directly from within the messaging app. In November 2020, WhatsApp introduced the option to send money using the Unified Payment Interface (UPI) to select users in the country.
