N a move that could enhance digital payments in India, the Indian government has lifted restrictions on WhatsApp Payments. This decision, which removes the previous cap of 100 million users, opens the door for over 500 million WhatsApp users in India to access the platform's payment features. In simple terms, more users can now avail this payment app.
Here's how this decision will benefit Indian customers:
Previous restrictions
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