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RBI launches UPI tap-to-pay, multi-currency forex on Bharat Connect

Published

11 September 2026

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technology

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Fintech

Geography

India

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Read at rediff.com

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Fusion42 · 11 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

The Reserve Bank of India launched UPI tap-to-pay allowing PIN-less NFC transactions up to ₹5,000 and introduced multi-currency forex support on Bharat Connect, expanding beyond the US Dollar to multiple international currencies.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Fintech, and 7 sources have reported it between 10 Sep 2026 and 14 Sep 2026.

◆ The Wire takeaway

India's move to tap-to-pay and multi-currency forex on Bharat Connect opens new channels for seamless cross-border and everyday digital transactions. You need to integrate NFC capabilities and expand currency support now to capture early adopters and stay competitive.

Coverage

7 sources · first reported 10 Sep 2026 · latest 14 Sep 2026

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Fintechupitap-to-paydigital-paymentsmulti-currency-forexbharat-connectnpcibillpay