RBI Proposes Delays in High-Value Digital Transactions to Combat Fraud
One-hour delay to UPI 'friction': RBI proposals to fight online fraud
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed a one-hour delay for digital transactions over ₹10,000 (roughly $120 USD) as part of measures to combat rising online fraud. Other safeguards include a universal 'kill switch' for payments and trusted-person approvals for vulnerable users, aiming to enhance security in India's digital payments ecosystem.
- 01RBI's proposal includes a one-hour cooling-off period for transactions above ₹10,000.
- 02A 'kill switch' feature would allow users to instantly disable all digital payments.
- 03Trusted-person approvals may be required for transactions over ₹50,000, especially for vulnerable users.
- 04The measures aim to disrupt the cycle of urgency that fraudsters exploit.
- 05Public feedback on the proposals is open until May 8, 2026.
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The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) is proposing significant changes to its digital payment framework to combat increasing fraud, particularly through authorised push payment scams. One of the key proposals is a one-hour cooling-off period for digital transactions exceeding ₹10,000 (approximately $120 USD), allowing users to cancel potentially fraudulent transfers. Additionally, the RBI suggests implementing a universal 'kill switch' that enables customers to disable all digital payment transactions instantly. This feature would apply across various channels, including Unified Payments Interface (UPI), cards, and net banking. The RBI also plans to introduce trusted-person approvals for transactions above ₹50,000, particularly targeting vulnerable groups like senior citizens. These measures aim to provide users with greater control and security, countering the urgency that fraudsters exploit. The proposals are open for public feedback until May 8, 2026, after which the RBI will finalize its decisions.
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These changes will enhance security for users making high-value transactions, potentially reducing fraud cases in India's digital payment ecosystem.
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