India is set to implement biometric authentication for digital payments on October 10, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance security and speed in transactions, addressing rising fraud risks. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) emphasizes that this feature will facilitate seamless payments using fingerprint and facial recognition technology. An NPCI spokesperson stated, "This innovation responds to the increasing demand for secure and efficient payment solutions, benefiting consumers and merchants alike."
India is set to implement biometric authentication for digital payments on October 10, 2025. This initiative aims to enhance security and speed in transactions, addressing rising fraud risks. The National Payments Corporation of India (NPCI) emphasizes that this feature will facilitate seamless payments using fingerprint and facial recognition technology. An NPCI spokesperson stated, "This innovation responds to the increasing demand for secure and efficient payment solutions, benefiting consumers and merchants alike."