BS EDIT: Rising UPI frauds: Safeguarding digital-payment revolution

By Business StandardPublished On Nov 29, 2024

Alarming rise in UPI frauds

UPI frauds rose to Rs 1,087 crore in FY24, an 89% increase; incidents doubled to 1.34 million, with Rs 485 crore reported in the first half of FY24

UPI’s dominance in digital payments

UPI drives 80% of India’s digital payments, with 187.37 billion transactions worth Rs 3,659 trillion in FY24; CAGR: 44% volume, 11% value since FY18

Measures to combat digital-payment frauds

UPI security strengthened with multi factor authentication, NPCI's AI fraud detection, and the National Cybercrime Reporting Portal for tracking cases

Emerging threats in a tech-driven world

Cybercriminals exploit phishing and malware; UPI’s growth demands global fraud prevention, with user awareness key to mitigating risks

Leveraging advanced technologies

AI-driven fraud management, data analytics, and predictive modelling by tech firms enhance security and mitigate risks in digital payments

Sustaining trust in India’s digital economy

NPCI and banks must boost security and awareness to safeguard UPI, sustain India’s digital leadership, and protect benefits for consumers and merchants