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Apple Pay India launch: After 90+ markets, is India finally next? What you can expect
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Fusion42 · 24 September 2026 · Fusion42 review
Apple Pay is preparing to launch in India as early as October, starting with Axis Bank credit cards, entering a market where UPI dominates digital payments. The rollout targets credit card users preferring contactless payments authenticated by Face ID or Touch ID, amid ongoing talks with other major banks.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 14 sources have reported it between 18 Sep 2026 and 2 Oct 2026.
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Apple entering India shifts payment options for you with a new way to use credit cards via iPhone. You should target card users who want secure, app-free payment experiences amid UPI dominance.
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14 sources · first reported 18 Sep 2026 · latest 2 Oct 2026
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