Mastercard and Google Pay announced a collaboration to introduce device biometric card payment experiences on Google Pay, enhancing online transaction security and convenience for eligible Mastercard cardholders in India.
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Key takeaway
Mastercard and Google Pay partner to enable device biometric card payments for Indian users.
- Step 1 · The triggerMastercard and Google Pay enable device biometric authentication for card payments in India, integrating secure verification into the online checkout process.
- Step 2 · Knock-onReduced checkout friction and stronger fraud protection increase customer willingness to complete online card transactions, supporting higher transaction volumes for merchants and banks.
- Step 3 · Reaches youIndian SMEs accepting online card payments see improved conversion rates and potentially lower fraud-related costs as more customers adopt biometric-authenticated payments.
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Source: The Hindu BusinessLine
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