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Not engaged in any discussions: Paytm issues clarification on report claiming Adani in talks to acquire stake in company
One97 Communications responds to speculation of Adani Group chairman Gautam Adani considering acquiring a stake in Paytm's parent company. The company clarifies that no discussions are ongoing, emphasizing compliance with SEBI regulations.
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Online platforms take to gamification to boost user engagement
For instance, Linkedin says 72% of its surveyed users said playing games such as Pinpoint, Crossclimb, Queens etc. Zomato on the other hand seems to have perfected the art of customer conversions with its Zomato Premier League (ZPL). The gamification strategy is where hyper-casual, tap-and-play games are used to engage customers, speed up sales and enhance revenue.
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BHIM looks to bulk up with ONDC to take on digital payment heavyweights
NPCI-built app to foray into ecommerce space via separate division. Despite marketing challenges, BHIM aims to improve user experience through partnerships and new initiatives like BHIM 2.0.
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Vijay Shekhar Sharma: Can the whiz-kid from Aligarh rock again?
Vijay Shekhar Sharma, the founder and CEO of Paytm, has built the company from a startup to India's biggest mobile payments company. However, a recent regulatory move by RBI banning Paytm's payments bank for violations has put the company's future at risk. Sharma's focus on growth and big numbers may have led to regulatory compliance issues, but his determination and resilience may help Paytm survive this setback.
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Paytm merchants migrate to rivals, bank users move accounts
PhonePe, Google Pay see surge in inbound requests for QR codes and Smart Speakers, offer support.
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Google’s mega Pixel plan: Talks on with companies to make in India
On Thursday, Alphabet Inc’s chief executive Sundar Pichai announced that his company’s first made-in-India Pixel devices will be rolled out in early 2024, providing a significant boost to the country’s ambitions to emerge as a global electronics manufacturing hub.
UPI crosses 10 billion transactions in September for second straight month
In terms of the total value of funds settled, UPI recorded Rs 15.80 lakh crore in September, slightly more than the Rs 15.76 lakh crore recorded in August.
Apple explores fintech tie-ups with HDFC Bank
"Yes talks have happened regarding a potential tie-up, the discussions were wide ranging involving Apple's fintech plans in India, but at this moment there is nothing on the table to say whether any launch will happen in the near future," said an official close to the development.
Online job scam: Enforcement Directorate freezes 80 bank accounts with Chinese links
According to the agency, 16 locations of the banks and payment gateways, including Phonepay, Paytm, Googlepay, Amazonpay etc. and few banks like HDFC Bank, ICICI Bank, Dhanalakshmi Bank, were searched between Monday and Tuesday in an alleged money-laundering case related to 'Super Like Online Earning Application (part-time job scam)'.
WhatsApp Pay is the biggest tech product failure in India: BharatPe founder Ashneer Grover
Taking to Twitter, co-founder and former MD of fintech unicorn BharatPe Ashneer Grover said that given the messaging app’s reach, Whatsapp Pay should have beaten Paytm, PhonePe and Google Pay by now.
Clear appoints former Google India, Flipkart executive Saran Chatterjee as chief product officer
In his new role, Chatterjee will spearhead product management, design, and product marketing for the firm.
Google-backed DotPe onboards 55,000 merchants in 20 days
With a 48% of signups from retail businesses in tier 3 cities, 18% from tier 2 cities, and 34% from tier 1 cities, DotPe is helping these businesses reach their potential and fostering financial inclusion and empowerment in the heart of ‘Bharat’.
Banking on digital: Fintech faces strong barriers as it ventures out of manicured urban landscapes
The wavering internet connection, with frequent time-outs and pocket drops, doesn’t inspire a lot of faith and confidence amongst the consumers, especially those in the tier-2 and beyond.
Flexiloans partners with GooglePay to provide digital loans to SMEs
FlexiLoans is aiming at disbursing loans to over 50,000 small businesses in the next 12 months from this collaboration.
View: Why is BJP not bristling at what Facebook’s Ankhi Das has to say about BJP leaders and the BJP government?
Facebook has steadfastly refused to accept the responsibility for content that a publisher, such as a mainstream news organisation or a news web site, assumes when it publishes something. A newspaper takes editorial responsibility for what it carries, and is liable to be held accountable for what it carries.
MobiKwik launches personal UPI payment link mpay.me
With mpay.me users will be able to generate their own mini personal payment gateways using their phone numbers and share it with anyone over chat, SMS, email etc. to collect payments.
Tap or scan: This startup wants to make your bus ride safe with contactless ticketing
Zero physical contact with the conductor, and tracking and monitoring of the passengers, Chalo Card has found a way for safe travel in public transport.
Payment firms seek action against lax lenders, telcos
Payment companies are seeking regulatory intervention against alleged inefficiency at banks.
GooglePay looks to bring kirana store customers on its platform
Google’s plans are similar to the offline strategy of PhonePe, which is using MapMyIndia to target offline stores and promote UPI payments.
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