India’s Crypto Stakeholders Push for UPI Access: Pros, Cons, and Regulatory Challenges

India’s government and central bank are considering proposals to restore access to the Unified Payments Interface (UPI) for the cryptocurrency industry. The push comes amid challenges including harsh taxes and a “shadow ban” that cut off banking access to crypto exchanges. Proposals highlight the importance of UPI access for safeguarding virtual digital asset transactions and ensuring equal treatment for investors.

India’s SBI Leaps into Digital Realm: UPI Integration with Digital Rupee, A Step into the Future

“India’s largest public sector bank, SBI, has integrated UPI with the Digital Rupee, enabling 300 million UPI users and 500 million merchants to enhance their digital transactions. The ‘eRupee by SBI’ application potentially fuels secure and rapid exchanges, increasing national digital currency usage in regular transactions. However, the excitement around cryptocurrencies remains muted within the Indian government.”

Blockchain’s Rising Star in Global Finance: A Glimpse at India’s NPCI and London Stock Exchange Group’s Approach

“India’s National Payments Corporation is recruiting a blockchain expert, indicating a growing faith in blockchain’s potential in finance. Concurrently, the London Stock Exchange Group is leveraging blockchain to create a platform for traditional financial assets, possibly becoming the first major global exchange to establish a blockchain-powered ecosystem.”

Digital Rupee and Yes Bank Integration: A Gateway to Mass Adoption or a Breeding Ground for Risks?

“The digital rupee’s integration with Yes Bank’s app UPI extends its reach to millions of merchants in India, potentially driving its mass adoption. However, concerns regarding security, volatility and regulation of cryptocurrencies remain, alongside increasing competition. Despite these challenges, digital currencies showcase resiliency with digital rupee transactions worth $134 million reported within two months.”