Apps Battle for Payments Advantage in India

As India continues to encourage the growth of digital payments, the country remains a hot market for those looking to capitalize on the opportunity there.
Several apps are bringing their unique approach to payments in the region, hoping their strategy is the one that will attract the most consumers.

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Google Launches Google Pay; NMI Acquires Creditcall: News Roundup

Google has launched its new Google Pay app, and NMI is expanding its omnichannel capabilities for ISVs and others with its acquisition of Creditcall. And in other news, Indian ecommerce leader Flipkart challenges Amazon with talks of a Walmart investment while the U.K.’s FCA reveals plans for a global regulatory sandbox.

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Square Applies for Banking Charter, Will Other PFs Follow?

As Square evolves its business, it shows other fintech companies what can be done when they think outside traditional payment solutions. So, what does the news last week about the company’s intent to apply for an industrial bank charter forecast for other payment facilitators?

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Paytm Uses QR Codes to Connect Online, Offline

Paytm is expanding its use of QR codes to drive commerce at small retailers across India.

Earlier this week, the company announced it was opening up a channel for its small, local partner merchants. The program will enable them to sell products from its online Paytm Mall to customers who come into their stores.

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