payment security
Viral QR Code Scam Exposed: How Fraudulent Parking Attendants Are Bypassing Official Payment Systems
Nov 07, 2025 08:41 pm CST
A sophisticated QR code scam operating in a Delhi parking lot has gone viral, showing how fraudsters are manipulating digital payment systems by using legitimate POS machines with unauthorized QR codes. The incident prompted responses from Razorpay and Paytm founders, highlighting growing concerns about digital payment security in India, where cybercrime losses reached Rs 22,842 crore in 2024.
UPI Adoption in France Boosts Indian Tourism by 40%: Lyra Network Chairman Reveals Digital Payment Impact
Oct 10, 2025 04:17 pm CST
The implementation of India's UPI payment system across French tourist destinations has led to a 40% increase in Indian visitors, according to Lyra Network's Chairman Christophe Mariette. The familiar payment method offers enhanced security for travelers, showing exact expenses in rupees while supporting tourism growth. UPI will soon expand to luxury shopping destination Bicester Village, further strengthening the connection between India's fintech ecosystem and global retail.