RBI Issues New Authentication Rules for Digital Payments

The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced the Authentication Mechanisms for Digital Payment Transactions Directions, 2025, a unified framework that will come into effect from April 1, 2026. The rules apply to all payment providers, including banks, card issuers, and fintech firms. Currently, digital transactions in India depend largely on SMS-based OTPs. The new … Continue reading RBI Issues New Authentication Rules for Digital Payments