PhonePe gets AI search feature using Microsoft Foundry
20 Feb 2026, 06:34 PMThe AI-powered search feature that lets users navigate and transact with voice or text commands in natural language.
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Fintech major PhonePe today announced the launch of an AI-powered search feature that lets users navigate and transact with voice or text commands in natural language.
The tool uses capabilities enabled by Microsoft Foundry to replace traditional navigation, and directly guide users to their intended destination.
For instance, the command "Pay Hemanth 20 rupees" launches the payment interface with the recipient pre-selected, or displays all relevant contacts named Hemanth.
Rahul Chari, Founder & CTO, PhonePe, said, "For years, payment apps have been built as utilitarian tools, optimized for transactions and not people. This launch is the first step towards changing that."
The feature will be rolled out in phases to users across India.
PhonePe Limited (formerly PhonePe Private Limited) is a Bengaluru-based technology company that builds digital platforms for payments, digital distribution services and financial services.
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