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The End Of Free UPI, Fibe IPO Gets SEBI Nod & More

UPI Gets MDR Makeover After a decade of free UPI payments, NPCI will now impose an MDR for select high-value transactions starting October 15. The move marks UPI’s most consequential monetisation shift yet.

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The End Of Free UPI, Fibe IPO Gets SEBI Nod & More
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If you rely on UPI for high-value transactions, prepare for higher costs—this could squeeze margins on large orders or bulk payments. Watch how competitors adjust pricing or pass on fees, as customer resistance may push some to alternative payment methods.

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UPI Gets MDR Makeover After a decade of free UPI payments, NPCI will now impose an MDR for select high-value transactions starting October 15. The move marks UPI’s most consequential monetisation shift yet.
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