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UPI’s Zero-MDR (Illusion) Model is Cracking – Who’s Really Paying the Price?

UPI’s Zero-MDR (Illusion) Model is Cracking – Who’s Really Paying the Price?

31 Mar 2025, 13:42 PM

While the government insists UPI is free, hidden charges, unsustainable incentives, and industry frustrations tell a different story.

NPCI’s Silent Power Play: The policy muscle and money behind RuPay’s credit push

NPCI’s Silent Power Play: The policy muscle and money behind RuPay’s credit push

19 Mar 2025, 07:09 AM

To capture the credit card market share, the UPI developer is mimicking its debit card strategy—with a slight twist.

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AI/Emerging Tech

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